Ready to turn raw ingredients into products the world relies on?

If you enjoy hands-on work, precision, and teamwork, this role is your next challenge. Teknor Apex began in 1924 as a small Rhode Island tire store and has grown into a global custom compounder with nine U.S. facilities and operations in Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China. We remain privately held, led by the founder’s grandson, and grounded in strong employee and customer relationships—because manufacturing is a team sport.

“Manufacturing is a team sport and we work together to achieve our goals.” ~Jon Fain

What will you do?

Picture your shift: you’ll verify equipment status, check load sheets, and move between stations to keep production flowing and quality high.

• Operate blenders: Combine specified additives to produce exact “Dry Blend” mixes.
• Compound precisely: Weigh materials for each run; arrange and store raw materials following our raw material program.
• Run the console: Use computer-generated load sheets to transfer bulk raw materials from silos and tanks to mixing vessels with precise amounts.
• Package finished pellets: Bag and box PVC pellets per schedule, applying the correct silo selection and labeling.

How you’ll succeed

• Keep melt-mixing equipment operating safely and correctly.
• Follow processing instructions aligned to the production plan.
• Set up to spec; consult your lead/supervisor whenever an issue arises.
• Communicate clearly—share processing notes and quality concerns; escalate issues to the Lead or Supervisor immediately.
• Cover teammates’ breaks and flex across jobs/lines as needed.
• Complete the 90-day probationary period.
• Maintain an orderly, clean workspace.
• Show up for the team—help others and accept overtime when colleagues are out.
• Participate in department meetings.

Can you meet the physical demands?

• Lift, cut, and dump 60-lb bags repeatedly.
• Scoop materials from boxes/drums; total weight handled may reach 20,000–40,000 lbs per shift.
• Operate fork and hand trucks.
• Scrape blender walls; frequent bending/stooping/leaning.
• Climb ladders and stairs safely.
• Move drums using proper tools.
• Wear all required PPE—certified safety shoes, glasses, hearing protection, and a respirator as needed.

Do you have the right background?

• Comfort reading procedures and solving problems with practical judgment.
• Math skills with whole numbers, fractions, decimals; compute rate/ratio/percent; interpret bar graphs.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic for continuous production.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly; climb stairs; work in warm-to-hot conditions.
• Willing to train on first shift (up to 4 weeks) before moving to 2nd or 3rd shift.
• Open to overtime, including Saturdays and Sundays.
• Forklift capable with a valid license and safe operating record.

Schedule and shift details

• 8-hour production shifts with weekly pay.
• Overtime schedule posted one year ahead; most holiday weekends have no scheduled production.
• Shift differential: $1.25 (2nd) and $1.50 (3rd).
• Current opening: 3rd Shift (10:40pm – 7:00am).

Earn more as you grow

• $1,000 sign-on bonus: $250 after 30 days, $250 after 90 days, $500 after 6 months.
• Monthly bonuses for attendance and performance.
• Raises as you add new skills.
• Employee referral bonuses.

Benefits that support you

• Highly attractive Medical, Dental, Vision with very low deductibles (~85% company-paid).
• Eligibility begins within 30 days of hire.
• Company-paid wellness programs: smoking cessation, mental health, weight loss.
• No-cost on-site medical clinic for you and your spouse (prescriptions, wellness visits, immunizations).
• Up to 7% employer 401(k) contribution with free financial planning.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Two weeks Paid Vacation and 13 Paid Holidays.
• Weekly food trucks on-site.
• Recognition points redeemable for great products—earn points for perfect attendance, service milestones, and more.
• Discounts on gyms, restaurants, theme parks, travel, auto, etc.
• Frequent appreciation events: meals, giveaways, contests.
• Free income tax filing help for eligible associates.
• Community engagement and volunteer opportunities.
• Family Day and service-year recognition.

Are you a match?

• Excellent attendance
• Safety-first approach
• Follows instructions precisely
• Solid work history

Experience that helps

• Compounder
• Blending
• Plastic extrusion

Our Fountain Inn site is a smoke-free facility; tobacco use is not allowed on company premises.

Teknor Apex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age to work at Teknor Apex.