Production Operator

Production Operator

Wage: $16.00/hour (Increase to $16.75/hour in 2nd Month - Shift Premiums of $0.50/hour for 2nd, $0.75 for 3rd). Shift options: 1st, 2nd, or 3rd.

Hours:

5:00am - 1:15pm, 1:00pm - 9:15pm, or 9:00pm - 5:15am.

This is a temporary position available in Houston, TX (77066). Apply now!

• Manufacture high-quality products while following established work instructions, production specifications and quality standards.
• Train in at least two of the following three workstations: blending, extrusion, and slitting.
• Mix powders, pigments, and solvents according to recipes.
• Set up and monitor the extrusion line to process materials and create plastic films with the required dimensions, thickness, and mechanical properties.
• Set up and monitor the slitter to cut films to the required dimensions and spool settings.
• Assist with quality control or packaging as needed.
• Read, understand, and follow each work order.
• Pull the appropriate materials for each work order and ensure inventory is available.
• Pre-set products and equipment to prepare for production.
• Start machinery and initiate production.
• Monitor production continuously and ensure quality standards are met.
• Inform the Operator Leader or Production Supervisor of any discrepancies in work order specifications.
• Enter accurate information regarding work order progress into the system.
• Label, package, and stock completed products carefully.
• Work collaboratively with other operators to complete work orders on time and within quality specifications.

• Mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving ability.
• Basic knowledge of SAP or a similar ERP system.
• Basic Excel skills.
• Basic knowledge of precision weight measurements and scales.
• Experience working in a small manufacturing environment with high quality standards.
• Experience in the plastics industry is a plus.
• Proactive approach and willingness to learn.
• Dependability and punctuality.
• Basic ability to work with technical data and numbers.
• Ability to read a tape measure or caliper.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to understand and follow technical work instructions and work orders in English.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50–60 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.