Plant Operations Specialist — Production & QA

Ready to build great products, together? Do you thrive where precision, pace, and teamwork intersect? At Teknor Apex—founded in 1924 and now a global custom compounder with nine U.S. facilities and teams in Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China—you'll join a privately held, family-led company that believes strong relationships power better outcomes. What challenges will you tackle? Keep the production area spotless and safe. Run your equipment—and the auxiliary systems that support it—inside defined run conditions. Pull and evaluate samples to verify quality; make on-the-spot adjustments within limits. Push for maximum safe line speeds and consistent productivity across assigned machines. Record every action completely and accurately on production, receiving, QC, and assigned paperwork. Immediately alert the crew leader/shift supervisor to safety, mechanical, or operational issues. Pitch in on other priorities as assigned by your supervisor. Can you step up as a Training/Relief Operator? Relieve operators for breaks and assist during changeovers. Troubleshoot and resolve most operational problems. Explain instructions clearly and help train teammates. Do these strengths describe you? You read and write clear production notes in English with legible handwriting and proper grammar. You follow SOPs and Hose Specifications tied to batch cards/run conditions. You're fluent in basic math (add, subtract, multiply, divide). You can drive a forklift safely. Can you meet the physical demands? Lift machine parts up to 50 lbs. Move/control hose reels up to 1,200 lbs as often as 50 times per shift. Remove and reassemble tooling using basic hand tools; handle routine mechanical tasks. Work in summer heat up to 15°F above outside temperatures. Bend, stoop, and lift hose, tools, and other items up to 25 times per shift. What's the schedule like? This is full-time, hands-on manufacturing. Being on time—every time—keeps the team safe and productive. Depending on business needs, mandatory overtime may extend past your scheduled shift or add extra hours outside your normal schedule. What's in it for you? Medical, Dental, and Vision with extremely LOW deductibles Low-cost insurance plan - 85% paid by the company Wellness program to earn substantial discounts for medical premiums Up to 7% Employer Contribution to 401K Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays $1,000.00 Sign on Bonus Pay Increases throughout the first year of employment and annual merit increases Quarterly Perfect Attendance Incentives Employee Recognition Program - earn points to purchase a wide variety of amazing products How we win We believe manufacturing is a team sport. Bring your focus, energy, and communication, and we'll build great products—together. Equal Opportunity Teknor Apex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age or older to work at Teknor Apex.