Production Operator

About Vibrantz Technologies Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose. Serving over 11,000 customers, Vibrantz's technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products.

We are experts in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology. Our technologies are used in small amounts to make big impacts on applications and consumer products, including durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof titles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and echo-friendly paints. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 50 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employe 4,500 individuals.

Our shared culture is rooted strongly in our four core values that focus on winning with customers, striving for excellence, championing people, and doing the right thing. Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market‑leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA.

American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 Billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai.

Ashtabula, OH

• base pay
• variable incentive programs
• 401K
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life & disability
• variety of well-being resources
• Union benefits are governed by the applicable collective bargaining unit agreement.

$18.08 - $22.60

The Production Operator I supports manufacturing operations by operating process equipment and performing production activities in accordance with established procedures and quality standards. This role contributes to safe and reliable operations through equipment monitoring, process adjustments, data collection, and adherence to operating instructions. The position supports product quality by monitoring process performance, obtaining required samples, and identifying equipment or process issues.

Success in this role requires hands‑on execution, attention to detail, basic mechanical aptitude, and effective collaboration within production teams.

• Operate, monitor, and maintain assigned production equipment in accordance with established procedures and safety requirements.
• Adjust operating conditions within approved limits to maintain production performance and product quality standards.
• Collect and document processing data, follow batch‑sheet instructions, and obtain required product samples in accordance with established procedures.
• Identify and report equipment, process, quality, and safety concerns while supporting evaluation of equipment or process changes.
• Operate forklifts or pallet jacks, perform equipment cleaning and basic teardown activities, and participate in general production and team support activities.

• Ability to read, understand, and follow batch sheets, written procedures, and operating instructions.
• Ability to operate a forklift and/or pallet jack.
• Basic mechanical aptitude to support equipment cleaning and teardown activities.
• Ability to accurately collect and document production data and support required quality sampling.
• Ability to follow established safety requirements and work effectively as part of a production team.

• Experience operating industrial or process manufacturing equipment.
• Manufacturin…