Lead Operator

With over 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika has offices in over 100 countries with over 300 manufacturing facilities and more than 33,500 employees worldwide. With annual sales of 11.5+ billion dollars in 2022, our commitment to quality, innovation, and the environment as well as putting our customer’s needs first, encompasses why Sika is the global leader in our industries.

• Lead a production line with multiple employee’s assistance. Start and stop the machine, operate the machine according to the operating procedures, operate a forklift and palletizer,lift the raw materials and place on top of blender grate with manual assistance from another team member, clean the blenders with pressure washer, clean the machine and work area after each day’s work, report any manufacturing incident to the supervisor/manager.
• Perform daily visual inspection of machinery and surrounding area, monitor control panels and make adjustments as needed and complete any required administrative duties.
• Perform visual checks on product prior to making batch, perform everyday calibration on scales, make sure that all chemicals are correct prior to making batch clean 5S the machine and surrounding areas.
• Make sure the machine runs correctly, restart the machine after a stoppage due to a spill or sensor issue etc. Ensure the basic maintenance issues, may perform minor PM on machinery.
• Train and develop employees that are working as production operators.
• Apply the plant safety rules.
• Wear appropriate PPE at all times.
• Respect Housekeeping rules and apply them at all times.
Keep area clean and organized.

• High school diploma/GED or in progress required.
• Minimum of 2 years as a lead experience.
• Minimum of 1-year related production experience preferred.
• Forklift and pallet jack experience preferred.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced, physically demanding environment.
• Able to lift and/or move large product bags.
• Team player and able to work independently.
• Must maintain good attendance - be at work on time as needed, available for OT as needed.
• Must have attention to detail.
• Technical comprehension/abilities.
• Computer literate.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions in the English language.
• Math - Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Competitive Benefits: Health Insurance, 401k with company match, year-end profit-sharing bonus, paid time off, and paid holidays.
Meaningful Work: Sika products enhance our surroundings and the work every employee completes helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable – every day.
Company Culture: Sika centers work culture around entrepreneurship where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their career.
Community Involvement: Sika Corporation takes active roles in our community and aims to support volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States through rebuilding and giving back.
Sustainability Initiatives: Sika is committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility. The company supports energy efficient projects and implements numerous measures aimed to boost economic, social, and ecological sustainability.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.