Production Operator I

About the role

The Production Operator supports manufacturing operations by operating process equipment, producing and packaging products, and maintaining safe and efficient workflows. This role ensures production activities meet operational, quality, and safety standards. The position requires hands-on involvement in daily plant operations and close attention to process conditions and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor assigned production equipment in accordance with established procedures and safety requirements.
• Adjust operating conditions within approved limits to maintain performance and product quality standards.
• Obtain, record, and document processing data and production results as required.
• Perform product handling, packaging, sampling, and general labor tasks to support production activities.
• Identify, address, and report safety hazards, equipment issues, or process deviations.

Requirements

• Ability to read, understand, and follow written batch sheets, procedures, and work instructions.
• 0–2 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including a full-face respirator.
• Capability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 75 pounds and standing or walking for extended periods.
• Basic mechanical aptitude to assist with equipment cleaning and teardown.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating industrial or chemical process equipment.
• Forklift or pallet jack operation experience.
• Familiarity with manufacturing safety practices and hazard awareness.
• Experience participating in team-based or continuous improvement activities.

Total Rewards

We offer comprehensive total rewards packages including base pay, variable incentive programs, 401K, medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and variety of well-being resources that meet the needs of our diverse workforce. Union benefits are governed by the applicable collective bargaining unit agreement.

Pay

$18.08 - $22.60

Schedule

Vibrantz is committed to maintaining pay transparency in accordance with applicable laws and best practices. Compensation for this position will be determined based on a combination of factors, including education, professional certifications, relevant experience, and other job-related considerations permitted by law.

Benefits

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Vibrantz is committed to protecting your privacy. We provide a Website Privacy Policy located on our www.vibrantz.com site to explain the type of information we collect and inform you of the specific practices and guidelines that protect the security and confidentiality of your personal data. Please read that policy carefully. If any term in the policy is unacceptable to you, please do not use the Website or provide any personal data. This policy may change from time to time (see Revisions to our Privacy Policy on www.vibrantz.com).