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1st Shift Machine Operator

Techmer
Wichita, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2026
1st Shift Machine Operator

We are Techmer PM - the world's foremost materials design firm, creating custom polymers that make up essential products. Through our long-standing partnerships with processors, original equipment manufacturers, and product designers, we have worked for decades to tackle manufacturing and business challenges through sustainable, future minded solutions.

We are currently seeking a Machine Operator for our Wichita, Kansas facility. This position will be on 1st shift which is 6:00AM-2:30PM, Monday through Friday. Pay rate is $18.00 per hour and up depending on experience.

Benefits include:
  • Eligible for medical benefits on your first day!
  • High-deductible health plan offering that includes up to $1,000 towards your Health Savings Account (HSA) per year.
  • 401(k) with 6% company match. You are 100% vested from Day 1 of contribution.
  • Company paid disability and life insurance
  • 10 vacation days per year (pro-rated your first year)
  • 10 company-paid holidays
  • 2 weeks of parental leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Annual salary reviews and quarterly bonus opportunities

Job Purpose:

Operate all key manufacturing equipment to produce plastic compounds for unique and specialty customer applications. Works safely to protect themselves, their coworkers, and the facility by following all standard operating procedures. Engaged in process measurement, control, and improvement in all aspects of their assigned tasks. Learns and understands key operating parameters which ensure that only in specification and high-quality product is delivered to our customers.

Minimum Requirements:
  • High School Diploma/GED.
  • Two years of manufacturing experience is preferred.
  • Extrusion experience is highly desired.
  • Ability to lift 55lbs. frequently.
  • Ability to learn the functionality of plant equipment.

Skills/Knowledge/Ability:
  • Strong communication skills
  • Basic knowledge of running an extruder or mixing equipment.
  • Ability to learn pre and postproduction equipment and operations (drying, bagging, grinding etc.)
  • General mechanical knowledge and ability to troubleshoot problems


Equal Opportunity Employer
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