Production Operator

**Overview

**Mural is partnering with a global specialty chemical and polymer manufacturer to staff their production facilities across Michigan, Massachusetts, and Ohio. Our client produces polymer colorants and specialty additive materials used across automotive, packaging, appliance, and consumer product manufacturing. Their plants operate continuously and they need experienced production operators who know how to run blending and extrusion equipment, follow recipe-based procedures, and maintain accurate documentation.

What you will be doing

• Set up and operate blending and extrusion machinery following operating and safety procedures
• Weigh ingredients to recipe specification; monitor production for safe and efficient operation
• Troubleshoot basic processing and equipment issues; escalate to supervisor when needed
• Examine materials to ensure they meet quality standards; take lab samples when required
• Complete production logs, system transactions, and required documentation
• Perform machine cleaning; maintain housekeeping standards throughout your shift
• Follow all safety, ISO, and EHS rules; wear required PPE at all times

What we are looking for

• 1+ year of experience in blending, mixing, extrusion, or plastics/chemical manufacturing
• Able to set up and operate production machinery; basic troubleshooting experience
• Basic computer literacy for production documentation
• Physically able to lift 55 lbs regularly; comfortable in a chemical/industrial environment
• Available for 2nd shift; reliable transportation to Albion, MI
• High school diploma or GED required

Pay and Schedule

Competitive hourly rate. Temp-to-perm. 2nd shift. Albion, Michigan.