Plant Operator

Ingevity
Waynesboro, GA

Ingevity Manufacturing Operations

Are you ready to do something remarkable? Ready to collaborate with an incredible team to solve problems that improve people's lives? Meet Ingevity.

At Ingevity, we develop innovations that purify, protect and enhance the world around us. Our products enable oil to flow better, crops to grow fuller, roads to last longer and ensure that the air we all breathe is cleaner.

Our people come from all different backgrounds and help reimagine new possibilities daily. We understand there is no challenge too big and no contribution too small. We seek out new ideas for tackling complex problems and celebrate achieving the improbable. We value each person's unique talents and synergize them to create meaningful impact and sustainable solutions for our customers and our world.

Bold. Energetic. Ingenious. Genuine. If these qualities describe you, we'd love for you to join Ingevity!

Why You Want To Work For Us

  • Progressed pay: Starting hourly rate of $18.38 which increases to $19.68 after successful completion of 90 day training period and completion and submission of completed orientation checklist. Additional increase after each qualification.
  • Structured overtime: Dupont Schedule - Rotating 36-hour and 48-hour work weeks allow for eight hours of structured overtime every other week.
  • Free time: Seven consecutive days off when working 14 days in a 28-day period.
  • Vacation time: Over 80 hours vacation leave per year, nine paid holidays and five floating holidays, prorated based on hire date. Time and a half pay for scheduled holiday work.
  • Benefits package: Competitive medical, prescription, dental, vision, short-term medical, long-term disability, life/AD&D insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and a 401(k) plan with match contribution and free 3% company contribution each pay period.
  • Bonus package: Eligible to receive a production bonus once a year.
  • Career advancement: Promotability to higher levels depending on qualifications in several operational areas of the plant.

How you will impact Ingevity:

  • Operate production line machinery and/or computers.
  • Troubleshoot production line machinery.
  • Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Clean and maintain work station and follow all safety and company policies.
  • Keep track of parts and materials and refill bins needed to perform duties.
  • Operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, or dollies as needed

What you need to succeed:

  • High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution required
  • At least one year of manufacturing experience required and 2 years preferred or two years of equivalent college training/technical certification.
  • Possess a high level of technical aptitude with the ability to learn and multi-task.
  • Experience using various power tools.
  • Mechanical aptitude and knowledge.
  • Technical knowledge to operate equipment.
  • Ability to work in fast paced environment.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include rotating shifts - days / nights. Must be able to work weekends as production schedule increases by clients.
  • Must be able to work a 10-12 hour shift while standing most of the time.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds when performing job tasks.
  • Must be able to learn and drive forklift
  • Must be able to report to work on time and have reliable transportation.

Wonderlic Assessment required in the following categories: A minimum score of 50.

Shift work plus availability for overtime will be required. The hiring process includes Wonderlic testing, drug screen, criminal background check, and physical prior to hire.

Ingevity is a company made up of extraordinary people of every race, religion and background, all worthy of the same dignity. Our differences are one of our great strengths. Join us in building a culture of increasing diversity and respect a culture where everyone belongs.

Ingevity is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Recruiting Agencies: Ingevity does not accept unsolicited resumes and therefore, will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.

Posted 2026-03-15

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