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Cascades
Production Operator
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What they do
A Production Worker performs a variety of duties in a factory. Operates machinery, manages distribution and provides quality control inspection.
$41,832 / year median in New York
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Welcome to Cascades! Every day, our team takes pride in rolling up their sleeves to create products that are mindful of the environment. Join us as a Production Operator in Schenectady and help bring materials to life in a workplace where health and safety always come first. What's in it for you Taking care of our people is in our nature—so you'll enjoy: style="list-style-type:disc
- -Hourly wage of $20.62 /hr
- Full-time position with guaranteed hours for job stability
- Must be able to work 12hour shifts and Saturday's
Shift Differential:
2ndShift:
$0.60 and 3rdShift:
$0.75- Schedule for 2nd shift (3pm to 3am) and 3rd shift (11pm to 11am)
- A full range of benefits: group insurance, telemedicine, and an employer-contributed retirement plan
- Profit sharing and employee share purchase plan—so you can share in our success
- Employee assistance program, because your physical and mental well-being matters
- Referral bonus — help grow the team and get rewarded
- Advancement opportunities
- Reimbursement for safety shoes and glasses
- Onsite gym What you'll do As a Production Operator, you'll be at the heart of operations—right on the floor where materials take shape.
Your day-to-day:
style="list-style-type:disc- -Support the operation on the production floor
- Load and unload raw material and finished product
- Work safely and successfully in a team environment
- Machine setup and cleaning
- Conduct quality check on finished products
- Work as a team with fellow operators on a variety of production responsibilities
- Clean up areas of the plant; assist as a general labor
- Support the team and pitch in on various tasks as needed Your strengths as a Production Operator You are a natural fit for this role if: style="list-style-type:disc
- -Health and safety are a top priority for you
- You enjoy hands-on, team-based work
- You're resourceful and take initiative
- You bring a positive, collaborative attitude
- You're eager to learn—training is provided
- Must have high school diploma
- Must have manufacturing experience.
- Must have good attendance and punctuality.
- Forklift/Material Handler/Shipping & Receiving is a plus
- Must be open to work Saturdays, Overtime and 12hour shifts!