Production Operator Level 1 (Day Shift) Job at Kanto Corporation, Portland, OR

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  • Kanto Corporation
  • Portland, OR

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Start Your Career in High-Purity Chemical Manufacturing — Day Shift!

Kanto Corporation is seeking Production Operators to join our high-purity chemical manufacturing team on our day shift. In this role you will learn and perform essential production tasks, working side-by-side with experienced operators and supervisors. Through hands-on work and structured training, you’ll gain the skills, certifications, and knowledge to advance in your manufacturing career.

What You’ll Do

  1. Learn and Perform Production Tasks
    • Safely don and doff cleanroom attire and PPE.
    • Operate pallet jacks and overhead cranes (with certification).
    • Label, package, and inspect drums.
    • Prepare, wash, and fill drums with high-purity chemicals.
    • Calibrate tools and prepare filling equipment for use.
    • Maintain accurate digital records in Kanto’s inventory system.

  1. Support Shift Operations
    • Arrive on time and participate in passdown meetings.
    • Follow assignments from senior operators and shift leads.
    • Maintain housekeeping and clean production work areas daily.

  1. Safety Compliance
    • Follow all safety procedures without exception.
    • Stop work and alert team members if unsafe conditions are found.
    • Maintain respirator and HAZWOPER certifications.
    • Participate in daily safety shares and required training.

  1. Quality Compliance
    • Adhere to standard Operating procedures (SOPs) and cleanroom protocols.
    • Wear required cleanroom attire in designated areas.
    • Report and assist in resolving any quality issues.
    • Participate in daily quality shares and root cause investigations.

What You Bring

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
  • Minimum of 2 years’ work experience preferred (manufacturing, warehousing, or customer service).
  • Basic chemistry knowledge (high school level).
  • Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
  • Basic math skills (with calculator).
  • Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to work in personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirator and cleanroom gear as needed.
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand/walk for long periods, and work in industrial environments.

Why Join Kanto

  • Learn a specialized trade with growth potential.
  • Gain valuable safety and technical certifications.
  • Work with experienced mentors in a safety-first environment.
  • Competitive pay (with overtime eligibility), generous FTO, paid holidays, rich medical/dental benefits, job focused tuition/education reimbursement, etc., and career-long, growth opportunities.

Apply today to start your career with Kanto.

Kanto Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents that each individual brings, and we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to contribute to our shared success.

Day Shift, Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Immediate start, Monday to Friday, Shift work, Day shift

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