Production Operator

Omya • Biotechnology • Industrial Minerals • High School Diploma • 1 month ago
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$48k per year
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In office (Wathena)
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Full-Time
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Omya

Omya is a leading global producer of industrial minerals - mainly fillers and pigments derived from calcium carbonate and dolomite - and a worldwide distributor of specialty chemicals.\r \r The company's major markets are forest products (fiber-base...
omya.com • Cincinnati • Johor Bahru • Barcelona • Kuala Lumpur • Ipoh • Plastics & Polymers • Biotechnology • Industrial Minerals • 5000+ employees

Production Operator

Wathena, KS | Full-Time | Rotating 12-Hour Shifts | Overtime Available

Earn Great Pay. Build a Career. Join a Global Industry Leader.

Are you an experienced Production Operator, Chemical Operator, Process Operator, Plant Operator, Manufacturing Technician, Maintenance Technician, or Military Veteran looking for a stable career with advancement opportunities? Omya is immediately hiring Production Operators to join our growing Wathena, KS manufacturing operation.

Salary Range: Starting at $24.00/hour + Shift Differential

This range reflects the base salary for this role. Final compensation will depend on experience, skills, and internal equity.

Why Experienced Operators Choose Omya

  • Global company with operations in more than 50 countries • 140+ years of industry leadership • Internal advancement opportunities • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance • 401(k) with Company Match • Paid Time Off & Holidays • Overtime Opportunities • Safety-first environment
  • Company values driven organization

What You’ll Do

  • Operate automated and semi-automated production equipment
  • Load raw materials into manufacturing systems
  • Follow production formulas and batch sheets
  • Conduct product quality testing
  • Record production and inventory data
  • Support preventative maintenance
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Mechanical aptitude • Basic computer skills • Strong communication and teamwork skills • Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime
  • Manufacturing, production, maintenance, military, or industrial experience strongly preferred

Preferred Qualifications

  • Chemical plant experience
  • Process operator experience
  • Industrial maintenance experience
  • Forklift experience
  • Laboratory testing experience
  • Basic chemistry knowledge

Work Environment

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. This includes lifting up to 50 pounds, standing or walking for extended periods, operating machinery safely, and working in varying environmental conditions.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Long-term career stability, technical skill development, advancement opportunities, and exposure to advanced manufacturing processes.

Apply Today!

We encourage Plant Operators, Chemical Operators, Production Operators, Manufacturing Technicians, Maintenance Technicians, and Veterans to apply.

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