What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator - 1st Shift position at Maxam Explosives INC.?
MAXAM has an immediate opening for Production Operators for 1st shift near Sterling, Connecticut. 4 day work week and long weekends every week!
Position Summary
The Production Operator is responsible for inspecting products, assembling products, and operating production equipment safely and efficiently.
Perks and Benefits
- $18.00 per hour
- Comprehensive benefits including:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Monday to Thursday
- 1st shift is 5:30 am to 4:00 pm
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development within a global organization.
Duties
- Support daily production operations as assigned.
- Work collaboratively to meet safety and production targets.
- Perform assembly, packaging, and material handling efficiently.
- Load raw materials and ensure product quality meets standards.
- Report and document any material or product inconsistencies.
- Maintain accurate production and downtime records.
- Report directly to the Shift Supervisor.
Requirements
- Previous experience in production, assembly, or manufacturing preferred. Not mandatory as we are willing to train the right people.
- Ability to perform highly repetitive tasks with a high attention to detail
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and following standard operating procedures.
- Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive tasks.
- Basic math, communication, and record-keeping skills required.
- Reliable team player with adaptability, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.
About Maxam
At MAXAM we work to offer our clients throughout the world a wide range of products and full technical support to respond to their most specific needs. Since its founding in 1872 by Alfred Nobel, MAXAM has grown by leaps and bounds. We are a global leading company in civil explosives, defense, nitro chemical and hunting cartridges, with 6,500 employees worldwide, in 45 countries. A lot has changed since Alfred Nobel started the business, but some things haven't: the dedication to our people to achieve excellence in what we do.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- This position requires successful completion of a Criminal Record Check as well as a Negative Drug and Alcohol test. Would you still like to continue?
- Are you comfortable working Monday to Thursday from 5:30 am to 4:00 pm?
- This safety sensitive position requires a high level of reliability. How would your last employer rate your reliability?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18