Production Operator 1

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Operator Pay: $21.00 hourly with $1.50 Shift Differential

Shift Schedule: Monday – Friday; 2nd shift (2pm – 10:30pm); Must be flexible to move to 3rd shift 10pm – 6:30am; Overtime as needed.

Job Purpose

Executes assigned production tasks in accordance with procedures, to ensure right levels of HSE, Quality, Service and costs.

Key Responsibilities

• Takes ownership of production assets and ensures they are operated safely and as per established procedures, guidelines and industry good practice
• Performs daily production, preventative maintenance, process data collection and administration tasks as per procedures and control systems.
• Reports safety, quality or other issues related to products or production processes to Team Leader / Shift Supervisor.
• Ensures all (shift team) production targets are met whilst ensuring the appropriate quality standards are maintained.
• Issues CAR, respectively Hazard report when any relevant issue is noticed, regardless of location or responsible department.
• Provides progress updates to the Team Leader / Shift Supervisor.
• Attends and contributes to meetings.
• Contributes to the investigation of HSE or quality issues, e.g., customer complaints, reject batches or other quality-related issues.
• Participates in Continuous Improvement activities & programs for HSE, Quality, ALPS or other as may be assigned from time to time. Contributes to color adjustment activities, where applicable, in line with agreed procedures and control systems.
• Familiar and compliant with all applicable corporate, site, and laboratory policies/procedures regarding personal conduct, HSE, and Product Safety & Regulatory Affairs (PSRA) standards.

Key Activities

Tank wash

• Clean portable tanks, valves, filters, pumps, and other equipment using cleaning chemicals, pressure washers, brushers, scrapers, and other cleaning tools
• Operate the automated tank washer machine
• Clean portable tanks with the pressure washer
• Perform area housekeeping duties as per expectations
• Other duties as needed to complete the production process

Pre-kit

• Maintain storage of raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods while obtaining materials needed for batch makers, adjusters, tinters, and fill-off as needed by production following all safety guidelines and procedures
• Operate forklift as needed to move materials
• Coordinate with the operator to operate and inspect forklift daily and turn in inspection forms
• Batch makers will order materials needed to make batch from material coordinator or warehouse
• Deliver materials to a designated area for the batch maker
• Return remaining material to its original location or dispose/recondition empty containers
• Assist fill-off operator in obtaining proper containers for batches being filled off
• Transport finished goods to shipping, store intermediates appropriately, and manage overages
• Take hazardous waste containers to the accumulation area, label, and date them
• Keep yards and storage areas neat and clean
• Remove all trash and rags from the building at the end of the shift
• Move to other trained production tasks as needed
• Other duties as needed to complete the production process

Material Coordinator

• Maintain storage of raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods while obtaining materials needed for batch makers, adjusters, tinters, and fill-off as needed by production following all safety guidelines and procedures
• Operate forklift as needed to move materials
• Coordinate with the operator to operate and inspect forklift daily and turn in inspection forms
• Order materials needed for batches from the material coordinator or warehouse
• Deliver materials to designated areas for batch making
• Return excess materials or dispose of containers properly
• Assist fill-off operator in obtaining proper containers for batches
• Transport finished goods to shipping, store intermediates, and manage overages
• Manage hazardous waste containers appropriately
• Maintain neat and clean yards and storage areas
• Remove all trash and rags from the building at the end of the shift
• Move to other trained production tasks as needed

Key Activities cont.

Fill Off

• Transfer products into containers, label, and document according to safety procedures
• Fill approved batches into appropriate containers, measure for yield
• Check for leaks, complete batch tickets, label, and send to shipping
• Dispose of filters, clean equipment, and stage cleaning materials properly

Batch Making

• Add raw materials as per batch ticket, weigh/measures for accuracy
• Coordinate with QC for sample testing and make necessary adjustments
• Maintain housekeeping standards
• Move to other tasks as trained

Milling/Grinding Operation

• Operate machine controls, set up and break down mill, inspect for wear
• Demonstrate competency in lock-out/tag-out procedures
• Handle materials and understand color development and fineness checks

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Preferred experience in paint manufacturing or related field
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow safety instructions
• Forklift certification and operation skills
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs, work in various environments, and stand or walk for long periods
• Effective interpersonal skills, ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize
• Safety-conscious with ability to climb stairs and work in hot/cold environments

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