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Cement Operator - 1st Shift

The Cement Operator role is a Production department position with a focus on operating, monitoring, and maintaining equipment used for mixing, application, painting, and handling of cement or cement-based materials. Adecco is recruiting for this position on behalf of a manufacturing client in the waterworks-related industry. In this non-exempt role, you will report to the Assistant Production Manager and the Production Manager while working on a first-shift schedule in a production environment. The Cement Operator ensures that all parts and coated surfaces meet specified quality, safety, and production standards. This position requires consistent attention to detail, adherence to work instructions and production schedules, and strict compliance with safety rules and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.

Benefits

• Hourly pay rate of $16.00, with the position classified as FLSA non-exempt for overtime eligibility consistent with applicable regulations.

• Standard first-shift schedule of 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., providing consistent daytime hours for most scheduled production workdays.

What You Will Do?

• Operate cement spraying equipment to apply cement or cement-based materials evenly to molds or products according to established specifications and work instructions.

• Monitor spray consistency, coating thickness, and coverage on all parts to ensure they meet defined quality, safety, and production standards at all times.

• Prepare surfaces before coating by performing required cleaning, masking, sanding, or blasting steps in accordance with process requirements and job travelers.

• Inspect coated parts and finished surfaces visually and with basic measurement methods to verify that all quality standards and product specifications have been met.

• Load cement or coating materials into spray equipment, maintain proper material flow, and perform routine checks to keep the equipment operating correctly throughout the shift.

• Perform basic equipment maintenance and minor operational adjustments, promptly identifying and reporting any equipment malfunctions or material defects to supervision or maintenance personnel.

• Complete touch-ups and rework on coated parts when needed to ensure products meet customer specifications and internal quality criteria before leaving the area.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area while following all safety rules, PPE requirements, company policies, and documented production procedures.

• Follow work instructions and production schedules provided by the Assistant Production Manager, Production Manager, or other supervisors, and perform additional tasks as assigned by management.

Your Skills

• High school diploma or GED, with 1–3 years of experience completing warehouse tasks in an industrial, production, or similar work environment.

• Experience using spray equipment or similar application equipment, with demonstrated ability to operate spray equipment safely and consistently during production operations.

• Understanding of the cement or coating application process, including how surface preparation, material flow, and spray settings influence coating quality and final product performance.

• Clear, concise, and accurate communication skills to interact effectively with supervisors, team members, and other departments regarding production status, issues, and safety concerns.

• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively while working within production schedules and adjusting to changing requirements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate with others to meet quality, safety, and production standards and to support overall departmental goals.

• Basic mathematics and basic computer experience sufficient to read and follow work instructions, complete simple data entry, and perform routine production-related calculations.

• High attention to detail, including the ability to recognize coating defects, inconsistencies, or equipment issues and to address or report them before parts advance to the next process.

• Physical ability to stand, bend, and lift throughout a 10-hour shift, including lifting and moving up to 45 pounds with repetitive use of hands and arms.

• Ability to wear required PPE, including respirators and protective gear, and to work in various climate conditions around moving machinery, heavy materials, and grinding equipment.

• Willingness and ability to work overtime and weekend hours, including some mandatory Saturdays, as required to accommodate business needs and production demands.

• Preferred experience in manufacturing or fabrication specializing in the waterworks industry or related products, supporting familiarity with relevant components and processes.

Interested?

If you are interested in this Cement Operator position, you can submit your application and resume through Adecco’s application process so your qualifications can be reviewed. After you apply, a recruiter will evaluate your background against the requirements for this role, including your experience with spray equipment, warehouse tasks, and cement or coating application processes. If your profile matches the needs of our manufacturing client, you may be contacted to discuss next steps, which can include interviews, assessments, and review of shift and overtime expectations. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified candidates will be considered in line with applicable laws and company policies. By applying, you will receive further information about the work environment, schedule, and detailed job expectations.

Pay Details: $16.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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