Candle Machine Operator

Job Description

We are seeking full-time Machine Operators to join our small, energetic, and fast-growing manufacturing team!

You will load, operate and unload candle production machines to help us keep up with the growing demand. This is a physical labor position requiring regular heavy lifting of bags weighing up to 55 pounds. It also requires good attention to detail and time management skills to keep up with multiple machines at once while carefully following the production procedures.

The position is to be filled ASAP and is subject to a 2-month trial period to ensure it's a good long-term fit both ways. After the successful completion of this trial period, you'll be eligible to take advantage of the company's health, dental and vision insurance benefits as well as have access to paid time off.

Responsibilities:

• Operate candle production machines according to defined procedures.
• Adhere to all standard operating procedures to maintain a high quality, clean and safe work environment.
• Regularly lift and handle material in 55lb bags.

Qualifications:

• Reliable, self-motivated and with a good work ethic
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions closely to maintain a high quality standard.
• Ability to handle physical workload including regular heavy lifting in a hot warehouse.
• Available to work full-time, 40 hours per week during weekdays.
• Shares contact info of 2 references, preferably from previous employers/supervisors.

Foton is a family-owned innovative candle business in Fort Smith, Arkansas. We found a way to make candles smarter - for us and for the environment. Foton Candles can be used to repurpose existing containers into candles, a new patent-pending concept that is endlessly customizable, safer, and more sustainable vs. traditional candles. We are looking for self-motivated team members to help support our growth and mission to bring innovation to an otherwise stale candle industry.