Production Floater Production Floater

Location: Northampton, MA (175 Industrial Drive)
Pay Rate: $19.00/hour (W-2)
Schedule:

• 1st shift preferred (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, 30-minute lunch)
• 2nd and 3rd shift candidates will also be considered

Seeking reliable and detail-oriented Production Floaters to support manufacturing operations within its Ceramics division. This role involves hands-on production work from raw materials through finished goods, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency throughout the process.

• Work safely at all times while following company safety policies and procedures

• Support end-to-end production processes including mixing, extrusion, drying, cutting, and firing

• Produce various rod types according to production schedules set by the Production Coordinator

• Balance multiple production steps efficiently to meet customer demand and quality standards

• Track and manage raw materials, consumables, and in-process inventory

• Collaborate with Process Engineering and Management to troubleshoot quality or production issues

• Complete required production and quality documentation accurately

• Perform start-up, shutdown, and clean-out of production equipment

• Adjust processing parameters to meet final product specifications

• Properly store raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods

• Operate forklifts to move pallets, raw materials, and totes (as needed)

• Occasionally work at elevated heights using ladders or platforms

• Pack finished goods for shipment and assist with loading/unloading trucks

• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas and equipment

• GED or High School Diploma preferred

• Manufacturing or industrial experience is a plus

• Forklift experience preferred (not required)

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures

• Team-oriented mindset with good communication skills

• Ability to stand, reach, bend, push, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted

• Shift Preference: 1st shift preferred; 2nd and 3rd shifts also welcome

• Overtime: As required based on production needs

• Work Environment: Manufacturing / industrial setting