Production Operator - Roofing Shingles

About the role

IKO Industries Ltd., a manufacturer of roofing and building materials, is hiring Production Operators for its Sylacauga, AL plant. The plant produces premium asphalt roofing shingles and other roofing products in high-speed, continuous manufacturing environments. The operator reports to the Production Supervisor and runs the production line.

Key responsibilities

• Run the production line: operate machinery, feed raw materials properly, resolve line stoppages, clear equipment jams and prepare finished products for shipment
• Follow safety policies and complete health and safety pre-start checklists
• Verify products meet quality specifications and document quality checks at regular intervals
• Operate manufacturing equipment according to established procedures and run counterbalance, propane-powered forklifts
• Record production numbers and downtime causes using computerized systems and handwritten reports
• Perform general housekeeping and additional duties assigned by supervisory staff

Required profile

• Preferred: minimum 2 years' experience in heavy-industrial manufacturing or construction
• Preferred: minimum 1 year of proven forklift operating experience
• Comfortable working in a dusty environment, standing for long periods, walking or standing 90% of the shift, and working at heights and in confined spaces
• Fluent in verbal and written English, good communication skills, and ability to follow detailed instructions
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds routinely

Required skills

• Counterbalance forklift operation
• Attention to detail and manual dexterity

What we offer

• Competitive pay starting rate
• Dental, vision and medical benefits, life insurance and health spending account
• Employee support and mental wellness
• Matched 401(k) retirement savings program