Automated Production Operator

Job Description Summary:

As an Automated Production Operator, you will perform a variety of tasks associated with the production of high-quality ceramic powders using automated equipment that transforms raw materials into finished goods.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Follow all safety procedures, complete safety evaluations, and identify opportunities for safety improvements.
• Utilize HMI touchscreen to control process equipment and systems and record quality control testing data, associating HMI graphics with physical equipment in the process area.
• Follow work instructions, specifications, and special instructions in the preparation of AMP material, and report any deviation to lead or supervisor.
• Read, understand, and follow on-screen prompts and batch errors.
• Utilize data generated by process instrumentation to determine and implement required process interventions.
• Work with maintenance and engineering to troubleshoot process and equipment issues.
• Perform in-process testing for assigned process area, using both manual and automated systems.
• Operate manual and automated bulk bag unloaders (BBU’s).
• Load and unload both wet and dry ball mills manually or with automated systems.
• Operate independently in binder/dye room – manage inventories, maintain quality, and transfer to appropriate locations.
• Operate, monitor, and adjust spray dryers and perform in-process quality control testing.
• Clean ball mills, tanks, spray dryers, and other equipment as needed to defined requirements.
• Blend proprietary AMP formulations to meet customer specifications.
• Monitor calcining kiln operation and move material and refractory as needed.
• Safely operate forklifts, straddle trucks, pallet jacks, and any other material handling equipment to move material to and from locations within the facility.
• Support 5S programs in various production areas.
• Ability to be trained in one or more specialty areas (e.g. waste water treatment, CDL licensed driver).

Job Requirements:

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

• Manufacturing work experience a plus.

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to understand and act on verbal and written instructions.
• Basic math and time-management skills.
• Basic computer skills and comfortable interacting with touchscreen technology.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with hand and power tools.
• Must exhibit attention to detail as well as excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills.

Position Specific Responsibilities:

• Confined space and fall protection required for this position.
• LOTOTO required.
• Forklift operation required, experience a plus.

Position Specific Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 60 lbs.
• Ability to work from ladders when performing tasks.
• Must be able to work in a cold or hot work environment.
• May be exposed to a wet or dusty work environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.99 - $22.16 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person