2nd Shift Production Operator Job

Reports directly to the Department Production Supervisor. Reports indirectly to the Department Lead Operator and/or Shift Lead Operator.

Job Dimensions

• Responsible for the safe operation of manufacturing equipment to produce high-performance chemical adhesives.
• Perform in-process laboratory testing to satisfy intermediate and finished product requirements.
• Compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.

Activities

• Operates all equipment within your respective department (such as pressure vessels, mixers, blenders, extruders, coaters, etc.).
• Follow proper procedures for the handling, storage, and transfer of hazardous material.
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks as required.
• Responsible for accurate batch sheet administration and retain sample collection.
• Assist in updating documentation as required.
• Assist in other areas in manufacturing, as needed and trained.
• Conduct cycle counts, as required.
• Operates fork truck and material handling equipment.
• Fills out maintenance work orders in the event of foreseen mechanical problems.
• Responsible for incident reporting and communications.
• Use of computer for batch processing, data entry, and training.

Context and Environment

• Bostik is an OSHA Process Safety Management facility, and our process involves highly hazardous chemicals. All PPE requirements must be followed at all times.
• Works collaboratively with fellow department employees to solve problems and to ensure quality products are produced.
• Work in a fast-paced production environment where safety, accuracy, and attention to detail are required.
• Works with minimal supervision.

Accountabilities

• Practice safe work habits in accordance with OSHA and EPA guidelines.
• Follows written instructions and standard operating procedures to manufacture quality products.
• Complete all mandatory company safety training requirements: 4S, Safety Observations, Pure Safety.
• Document all activities in batch sheet and/or batch run sheet to document and communicate progress.
• Understand equipment failures and put actions in place to improve and prevent repeat issues.
• Responsiveness to internal departments and customers along with problem-solving and learning.
• Operators are responsible for data entry in systems tracking plant measurables.
• Responsible for completion of assigned daily tasks.

Qualifications / Experience Required

• High school diploma or higher education preferred.
• Demonstrates good safe work practices and involvement in safety programs.
• Experience in manufacturing operations is preferred.
• Committed to concepts of operator-driven in-plant lab testing, autonomous & preventive maintenance, problem-solving on the shop floor, 5S, etc.
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Experienced in working within a team environment.
• Adaptable to change and can lead change.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good leadership skills.