Production Operator I - Oatey

Who is Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries. Our purpose is to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives.

The Oatey family of companies are Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, GF Thompson, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.

Our brands are synonymous with quality, integrity, and trust in the plumbing industry.

Position Summary

Participates in the filling of containers with various plumbing chemicals or assembling various plumbing products to contribute to the timely completion of customer orders for distribution.

 

Position Responsibilities

• Complete production tasks on a rotational basis as assigned by the supervisor/team leader of the department.
• Retrieve and verify raw materials; follow department procedures to produce, package, label, and palletize finished products.
• Process unused raw materials and maintain workplace organization throughout the day.
• Refer to charts for the necessary measurements, PPE, batch coding, etc.
• Complete production documentation as required.
• Inspect  product for quality (labels, weights, visual).
• Assist in the cleaning of the work area and department.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Knowledge and Experience

• Self-motivated with the ability to work at the appropriate pace to meet production targets.
• Ability to work in teams, communicate one-on-one or in small group.
• Manual dexterity.
• Knowledge of various equipment (Fill machines, pallet jack, box cutters, and batch/RF gun) is helpful.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to read and comprehend standard work instructions (SWIs), training, and equipment safety instructions.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, including wearing personal safety equipment and completing appropriate safety training.
• One-year relevant production work experience preferred.

 

Education and Certification

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

At Oatey we are committed to help our Associates grow their career. Apply today and grow with Oatey!

Why Oatey?

• At Oatey, our purpose has always been to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives.
• We value Collaboration, Integrity, Respect, Courage, Leadership, and Excellence above all else.
• We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion - acknowledging, valuing, and leveraging the unique experiences and perspectives of our associates.
• Our vision is to continue to grow as a market leader, to enrich the lives of our Associates, and to foster an inclusive environment in every regard.
• Our purpose, mission, and vision are not possible without the right people, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, engaging, and rewarding environment for our Associates.
• Oatey has a total rewards philosophy which encompasses compensation, benefits, work-life effectiveness, recognition, performance management, tuition reimbursement, mental health wellness, and talent development.

Oatey Total Rewards

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) for our hourly associates
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
• Annual Cash Profit Sharing (discretionary)
• Health Insurance for our associates’ averages $100 or less a month (single coverage)
• Generous benefits including up to $2,880 company contribution to Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with a 5% company match
• Tuition reimbursement in an environment that encourages advancement
• Associate well-being benefits including CALM App and robust EAP offering
• Recognized for our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.