Operator 1

Key Responsibilities

Safety

• Promote and maintain a safe working environment aligned with the company's Journey to Zero safety initiatives.
• Understand and follow life-saving safety rules in daily operations.
• Participate in daily safety meetings and tailgate discussions.
• Identify workplace hazards and proactively address safety concerns.
• Demonstrate proper use of PPE based on chemical and mechanical hazards.
• Successfully complete and maintain respiratory fit testing requirements.

Quality Control

• Support a culture where employees are empowered to stop production if quality standards are at risk.
• Read and follow department SOPs and operational procedures.
• Package finished product according to strict product specifications.
• Monitor production processes and adjust equipment settings to maintain product consistency.
• Inspect finished products for defects and remove non-conforming materials.
• Maintain department quality expectations and standards.

Production Operations

• Support daily, monthly, and annual production goals.
• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment in a chemical production environment.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and help resolve production problems.
• Maintain accurate operational records, including housekeeping and chemical usage documentation.
• Monitor raw material and packaging inventory levels.
• Identify opportunities for productivity improvements and operational efficiencies.

Equipment Operation

• Operate heavy equipment such as forklifts and tractors safely and efficiently.
• Maintain familiarity with industrial chemical manufacturing equipment.
• Read equipment schematics and identify operational requirements.

Housekeeping & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Complete housekeeping duties as required.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with KPI tracking and departmental improvement plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Prior chemical manufacturing or industrial production experience preferred
• Forklift experience preferred
• Basic understanding of:
• Microsoft Office
• SAP
• Ability to read operational procedures and equipment schematics

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and work on feet for up to 12-hour shifts
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in electrically classified areas
• Ability to wear required PPE and respirators

Work Schedule

• Initial training schedule may vary
• Transition to rotating day/night shifts after training completion