Production Floater Production Floater

= Northampton, MA 01060

Pay Rate: $19.00/hour

Schedule:

1st Shift (6:30 AM – 3:00 PM) with occasional opportunities on 2nd Shift (2:30 PM – 11:00 PM)
Duration:
Contract Assignment through September 2026
Positions Available: 4

We are seeking reliable and safety-focused Manufacturing Operators to support production operations within a ceramics manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for overseeing the production process from raw materials through final quality control while maintaining production efficiency, product quality, and workplace safety.

The ideal candidate will have manufacturing experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

• Valid Massachusetts Driver's License required

• Manufacturing experience preferred

• Forklift experience preferred

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted

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

• Comfortable working at elevated heights when necessary

• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment

• Monitor and manage production from raw materials through finished product

• Produce various product types according to production schedules

• Support manufacturing processes including mixing, extrusion, drying, cutting, firing, packaging, and quality control

• Monitor production flow to maximize efficiency and meet customer requirements

• Track and manage raw materials and production consumables

• Complete production and quality documentation accurately

• Perform equipment start-up, shutdown, cleaning, and changeover activities

• Adjust processing parameters to meet product specifications

• Troubleshoot production and quality issues with engineering and management teams

• Operate forklifts to move raw materials, work-in-process materials, and finished goods

• Store materials and finished products in designated locations

• Load and unload trucks as required

• Package finished products for shipment

• Maintain clean and organized work areas

• Lift up to 50 pounds unassisted

• Stand and walk for extended periods

• Frequently bend, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive tasks

• Work around industrial equipment and manufacturing machinery

• Occasionally work from ladders or elevated platforms

• Stable full-time schedule

• Opportunity to gain experience in a manufacturing environment

• Hands-on role with a variety of production responsibilities

• Team-oriented workplace focused on safety and quality