Production Operator – 2nd Shift & 3rd Shift

Job Title: Production Operator – 2nd Shift & 3rd Shift
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 2:45 PM – 11:15 PM & Sunday evening to Friday morning, 10:45 PM – 7:15 AM
Pay: Starting at $22/hour (for candidates with 3+ years of relevant experience)
Shift Premium: Additional $2.00/hour

Position Overview:

Seeking an experienced Production Operator for 2nd & 3rd shift to support extrusion, mixing, and packaging processes. This position plays a key role in maintaining efficient production, ensuring quality standards, and adhering to safety procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

Extrusion

• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently

• Perform equipment startups, shutdowns, and changeovers

• Set up and run machines according to procedures and specifications

• Monitor control panels and make necessary adjustments

• Remove, clean, and reinstall extruder die heads as part of setup

Mixing

• Operate mixers to blend raw materials (resins, chemicals, pigments, etc.)

• Verify and prepare materials for batching

• Load materials and process per detailed instructions

• Measure, weigh, and inspect materials

• Print and manage barcoded labels

Packaging

• Package and store finished products

• Conduct month-end inventory of packaging supplies

• Ensure correct labeling, weights, and compliance with customer specs

• Collect samples and coordinate with lab for quality checks

General

• Follow all safety and quality procedures

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

• Submit corrective/preventative action requests when needed

• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Shift Supervisor

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in compounding or similar production environment

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Authorized to work in the U.S.

• Forklift license

• Proficient with extruders, mixers, packaging equipment

• Familiarity with SI units and basic measurement conversions

• Comfortable with control systems, inventory software, and labeling tools

• Strong math, reading, and communication skills

• Willingness to work overtime when needed

• Reliable with a positive attitude

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting Day 1

• Company-paid life insurance and short/long-term disability

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid vacation, holidays, and time off

COM025

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.