Manufacturing Technician

Immediate opening for aManufacturing Technician located in St. Louis, MO (Onsite).
Details for the position are as follows:
Job Description:

• Ability to cover floor operations when supervisor is out or away from the office. Communicate the status of operations to shift supervision
• Engages in problem solving and performance management within the business area
• Assists Supervisor to maintain workflow in department
• Provides training as needed for new personnel or as needed
• Maintains high-quality work environment by sharing knowledge and experiences so team members are motivated to perform at their highest level
• Keeps supervisor informed of potential and/or existing concerns
• Leads by example in performing core manufacturing job elements by meeting or exceeding performance expectations, following health and safety guidelines, job accuracy, and following company and regulatory requirements.
• Participates in and supports the development and implementation of process improvement projects including test cycles to challenge current practices, improve system efficiency, enhance customer service, and maintain compliance
• Troubleshoot problems within the department - including root cause analysis and development of solutions to avoid future occurrences
• Demonstrates working knowledge of department operating systems.
• Maintains orders, work areas and stock locations in a safe, clean, and organized manner.
• Reports unsafe or potentially unsafe hazards to any member of management
• Miscellaneous duties and tasks as assigned
• Exemplary attendance and adherence to schedule
• Shift Schedule: 12 hr Shift, Rotating
• Pay Rate: $20 - 33/Hour

• Associate Degree with 2+ Years of Experience, or Bachelor Degree with 1+ Years of Experience
• Large Scale Chemical Manufacturing Experience
• Experience working with Chemical Reactors
• Experience with Manufacturing Automation, Preferred
• Knowledge of Process Improvement methodology (e.g., PDSA, Lean Manufacturing, and/or Six Sigma).
• Ability to operate powered industrial equipment, Reactor systems, Industrial centrifuges and dryers, Ion exchange columns, and DCS systems. SAP, Word, Excel, Access, experience a plus.
• Knowledge of product flow throughout the manufacturing process.
• 12-Month Contract to Start, conversion/extension on performance