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Immediate Opening for a Batch Production Operator with a great company in West Chester! Our client offers excellent benefits, PTO, hourly+shift differential, and an annual bonus!
2nd Shift - Monday thru Friday 2pm to 10:30pm
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
* Independently operate the large roaster
* Meet safety/quality expectations while roasting in batch and continuous mode operation
* Operate roaster at agreed efficiency targets
* Coordinate all activities in the Roaster area
* Work effectively across departments including Quality, R&D, Engineering, Maintenance
* Communicate machine performance and quality status with Shift Manager, Scientist, Material Handler and Maintenance Technician
* Conduct area inspection regarding Safety and 5S
* Complete start-up and shutdown operation of the roaster
* Review roasts to be performed, check blend specification, silo storage and select blend. Set temperature and quench based on blend
* Direct loading and monitor roasts, record blends, take samples; Ensure roasted beans are sent to correct roast silos
* Check tanks to determine quantity, plan for next blend to be roasted
* Continue monitoring roasts and roast destination
* Accurately complete all product quality testing requirements and document in logbooks
* Monitor scrap level and continuously seek out opportunities to minimize downtime and product quality defects
* Create standard operating procedures
* Perform the established clean down and changeover standard operating procedures with an eye towards improving the process
* Commit to supporting continuous improvement activities and bring creative, innovative ideas to the table
* Perform operator-level preventative maintenance and assist Maintenance team
Requirements
* 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience
* At least 5 years" experience in a plant operation or technical role
* Demonstrate excellent attitude and willingness to learn
* Ability to continuously learn and apply new methods and techniques
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
* Ability to work in small teams
* Ability to deal with ambiguous situations; make decisions on fly using appropriate resources
* Ability to think critically with accurate technical judgment, as well as the ability to communicate this information to others verbally or in writing
2nd Shift - Monday thru Friday 2pm to 10:30pm
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
* Independently operate the large roaster
* Meet safety/quality expectations while roasting in batch and continuous mode operation
* Operate roaster at agreed efficiency targets
* Coordinate all activities in the Roaster area
* Work effectively across departments including Quality, R&D, Engineering, Maintenance
* Communicate machine performance and quality status with Shift Manager, Scientist, Material Handler and Maintenance Technician
* Conduct area inspection regarding Safety and 5S
* Complete start-up and shutdown operation of the roaster
* Review roasts to be performed, check blend specification, silo storage and select blend. Set temperature and quench based on blend
* Direct loading and monitor roasts, record blends, take samples; Ensure roasted beans are sent to correct roast silos
* Check tanks to determine quantity, plan for next blend to be roasted
* Continue monitoring roasts and roast destination
* Accurately complete all product quality testing requirements and document in logbooks
* Monitor scrap level and continuously seek out opportunities to minimize downtime and product quality defects
* Create standard operating procedures
* Perform the established clean down and changeover standard operating procedures with an eye towards improving the process
* Commit to supporting continuous improvement activities and bring creative, innovative ideas to the table
* Perform operator-level preventative maintenance and assist Maintenance team
Requirements
* 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience
* At least 5 years" experience in a plant operation or technical role
* Demonstrate excellent attitude and willingness to learn
* Ability to continuously learn and apply new methods and techniques
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
* Ability to work in small teams
* Ability to deal with ambiguous situations; make decisions on fly using appropriate resources
* Ability to think critically with accurate technical judgment, as well as the ability to communicate this information to others verbally or in writing
