1st Shift Production Operator

This is a first shift production position: 5:45 AM to 2:15 PM.

SUMMARY:

Compounds, mixes and blends chemical batches by performing the following duties:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Weighs quantities of materials for use in the manufacturing processes.
• Places loose or packaged material on scales and adds or removes portions of material to obtain specified weight.
• Reads work order or formula to determine types and quantities of materials to weigh and procedure to be followed for manufacturing process.
• Records weight of materials used for production records, and maintains perpetual inventory of materials used and on hand by recording and marking drums.
• Dumps materials in prescribed sequence into vat, hopper or mixing pot.
• Monitor and log time and temperature as specified on Batch ticket.
• Starts machine and observes operation to detect malfunctions of machine. Stops machine and reports malfunction to supervisor.
• Transfers weighed materials to production or storage areas.
• Records information such as weight, type of product, date and batch number of products produced.
• Inspects materials, products, and containers at each step of manufacturing process.
• Cleans work area, machines, tools, and equipment. Performs other routine duties.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Additional requirements for the position also include but are not limited to:

• Follow all safety guidelines and processes
• Speak , read and write English effectively
• Learn to use and operate scan guns to report and control inventories
• Able to lift 55 lbs. bags in a constant rhythm
• Physically able to work 8 hrs. shift (3 shifts – must be open to working any shift)
• Possess minimum math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)
• Being able to work in a hot and dusty environment (safety PPE provided)
• Have reliable transportation
• Lean and practice Lean Manufacturing Techniques
• Complete required safety training
• Dependable
• Must wear required safety PPE
• Drive to succeed and grow within the organization
• Be willing and able to learn to operate forklift safely.
• Standing, walking production area, lifting, bending, climbing stairs, required for duration of shift.
• HS Diploma or equivalent GED