Production Operator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 7, 2026.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.
Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter
Location: Muskegon, MI
POSITION SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE: Will perform general production and/or warehouse operator functions and assigned duties.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Understand and follow standardized work instructions.
- Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
- Blend and pack out material.
- Complete routine paperwork.
- Perform routine/incidental maintenance and inspections.
- Stage product to be dried and move dry material for further processing.
- Ensure proper identification and traceability; complete required paperwork.
- Monitor product quality by visual inspection of the product and taking required samples and testing as necessary.
- Perform mechanical and pre-startup inspections.
- Able to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds.
- Operate Power Industrial Trucks in a safe manner.
- Comply with all company /department safety rules and procedures.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or GED preferred, or pass a pre-employment screening assessment
- 1 - 3 years’ experience in a production / manufacturing environment
- Respirator qualification required; must meet OSHA fit testing and medical clearance requirements.
POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:
- Full-time position
- 12-hour day or night shift, 4 days on/4 days off OR 1st/3rd shift hours - Ability to work a variety of shifts is a must
BENEFITS
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Sun Chemical or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed contract on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun Chemical and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.