Remanufacturing Production Operator

Top Job

Located in Ferndale, MI

Salary: $24.00

Position Overview

Our client, a leading company specializing in the chemical plant industry, is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Remanufacturing Technician to join their team. This position is responsible for monitoring and operating remanufacturing processes, handling materials, operating industrial equipment, completing production documentation, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, comfortable working independently, and able to work safely around chemicals, industrial equipment, and hazardous materials.

Job Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate processes within the remanufacturing department.

• Manage batch tickets and complete ProcessPro data entry for batch postings.

• Safely operate equipment to complete production orders and batches.

• Perform material off-loading, handling, processing, and loading.

• Operate forklifts, drum pickers/squeezers, yard switchers, and other plant vehicles.

• Perform routine equipment inspections and minor repairs or maintenance.

• Maintain clean and organized work areas using Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles.

• Utilize Kanban principles to maintain appropriate inventory levels and prevent unnecessary material buildup.

• Assist with securing and maintaining plant operations during weekend shutdowns.

• Identify and communicate opportunities for process and workplace improvements.

• Work closely with laboratory, health and safety, production, management, and other departments.

• Remain alert to safety and security concerns and report suspicious or unusual findings to supervisors.

• Follow all company safety procedures and properly use required PPE and respiratory protection.

• Maintain a positive, professional, and team-oriented attitude.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Basic math skills equivalent to a high school level.

• Comfortable using computers regularly for production and data-entry tasks.

• Strong communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and leadership skills.

• Self-motivated and able to work effectively with limited direct supervision.

• Previous chemical or hazardous-material handling experience is REQUIRED.

• Must be able to safely operate a forklift and yard switcher.

• Previous industrial, manufacturing, chemical processing, or remanufacturing experience is REQUIRED. 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.

• Ability to climb ladders.

• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time.

• Ability to wear an air-purifying respirator and other required safety equipment.

• Ability to operate powered industrial vehicles, including forklifts.

Location: Ferndale, MI 
Pay: $24/hour starting wage; increases to $25/hour upon direct hire
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM 
Employment Type: Full-Time

 

Interested? Apply online today! 

 

 

Apply Now