Batching Operator

BATCH MACHINE OPERATOR

SUMMARY: Perform duties to manufacture products. Work from factory orders, established procedures and regulations, operating several mixers, weighing and measuring equipment.

First shift 6 am to 2:30 pm

2 - 3 years' experience operating a forklift AND Forklift Certification.

Work environment is not climate controlled. Must be able to safely work in a warm warehouse / open air.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify, weigh and measure materials accurately.   Perform periodic quality control analysis to complete in-process batches. 
• Set up and operate batch-processing machinery
• Measure, weigh, and mix raw materials according to formulas or work instructions
• Monitor machine settings, temperatures, pressures, speeds, and production output
• Load materials into machines and remove finished products
• Perform quality checks to ensure products meet specifications
• Record production data, batch numbers, and operating information
• Clean equipment and maintain a safe work area
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues and report major problems to maintenance
• Follow safety, quality, and regulatory procedures

Skills Required

• Ability to read work orders, production schedules, and operating procedures
• Math skills for measurements and calculations
• Attention to detail and quality control
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to lift materials and stand for extended periods
• Knowledge of safety procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE)

Judgment required to use overhead crane, set and to manufacture a variety of epoxy, urethane, paints, acrylics, and aneorobes.

Use forklift truck and other materials handling equipment to bring in raw materials from the drum yard. After use, return raw materials to designated locations.

Following government regulations, maintain and clean equipment and machines using proper disposal for cleaning materials, waste materials or products.

Use scales accurately. Operate overhead crane, air ram, various mixers, fork-lift, mules.

Promote, support and adhere to all safety, environmental and quality related policies and procedures.

Perform department housekeeping to keep work area in a clean and orderly condition.

Perform other related duties as required to assist team members to reach product and quality goals.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Ability to tolerate considerable exposure to chemicals.

Ability to operate forklift truck safely.

Ability to interpret MSDS's and understand Hazardous Identification System.

Ability to frequently move, lift drums and bags up to 60 lbs. using proper equipment and lifting techniques.

Position pays $20.00 - 22.00 an hour (BOE) with a performance review during transition to regular employee.  This is a contract to permanent hire.

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