2nd Shift Production Operator

About the role

IKO Industries Ltd., a manufacturer of roofing and building materials based in Ennis, Texas, is hiring a 2nd shift production operator. The role reports to the Production Supervisor and runs the production line, including operating machinery, feeding raw materials into the process, clearing jams, checking finished products against quality specs and preparing them for shipment. The shift is 4pm to 2am Monday to Friday, with Saturdays as required.

Key responsibilities

• Follow safety policies, programs and procedures, and complete health and safety pre-start checklists.
• Make sure products meet quality specifications and document quality checks at regular intervals.
• Operate manufacturing equipment according to established procedures.
• Operate a counterbalance, propane-powered forklift.
• Record production numbers and items contributing to downtime using computerized systems and handwritten reports.
• Perform general housekeeping duties and carry out additional duties assigned by supervisory staff.

Required profile

• Able to work flexible, rotating shifts of 8, 10 or 12 hours.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in heavy-industrial manufacturing or construction preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of proven forklift operating experience preferred.
• Comfortable working in a dusty environment, lifting up to 50 pounds routinely, standing for long periods, working at heights and in confined spaces, and walking or standing 90% of the shift.
• Fluent in verbal and written English, good communication skills, and ability to follow directions.

What we offer

• Health insurance (including Teladoc, virtual health, FSA, HCSA), dental, vision and life insurance.
• Health spending account, short-term disability and 401k match.
• Paid vacation, floating days and employee assistance program.
• Tuition reimbursement, awards and recognition, and employee perks and discounts.