Northampton, MA company is seeking a Material Handler with production operator experience. This individual will oversee and manage production of product from raw materials through to final quality control • The operator will produce a variety of rod types based on production schedule set forth by production coordinator • Requires efficiently balancing mixing, extrusion, drying, cutting, and firing steps to maximize overall production and meet customer order requirements • Entails tracking and management of key materials and consumables to ensure uninterrupted and quality production • Works with process engineering and management to troubleshoot quality or production issues • Responsible for completing department production and quality data • Responsible for the start-up, shut-down, and cleanouts of all production equipment in assigned area • Make adjustments to processing parameters to achieve desired final specifications • Store raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods in their proper locations • Operate a forklift to move pallets of raw materials, totes filled with powder, etc • Will need to operate equipment at elevated heights occasionally (ladders/platforms) • Pack finished goods to be shipped as needed • Load/unload trucks as needed • Maintain work areas and equipment The incumbent will help out in other areas as needed **Location: Northampton, MA** **Pay Range: Based on shift between $21 and $22.50 an hour** **2nd and 3rd shifts available** If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:** **Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.