Operator - Overnight 3rd shift

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Operator works independently and in coordination with the Lead Operator and/or Supervisor. He/she will be responsible for the accurate and compliant manufacturing of various silicone products, utilizing a variety of automated and semi-automated equipment and processes. Will be operating the mixing machines, coating machines, and cutting and packaging machines under SOP and GMP guidelines. Will perform basic trouble-shooting and maintain equipment cleanliness. Interfaces and works with engineering and senior manufacturing personnel in identifying and implementing process improvements and process validations.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to strict safety regulations of the company.
• Maintains a safe, clean and organized work area and ensures that others are doing the same.
• Learns and adheres to safety rules for the work area as it pertains to handling chemicals and equipment.
• Monitors and performs daily activities within the production area (processing/packaging/testing/sampling) to ensure safety practices are being followed.
• Identifies and corrects potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Performs routine tasks such as cleaning, weighing, and set-up of systems for operation, packaging, and in-process testing.
• Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of production equipment.
• Corrects routine and non-routine problems by analyzing, troubleshooting and correcting equipment/process problems.
• Monitor and record critical process parameters.
• Communicates with management on results of product testing, trends, and deviations.
• Ensures packaging of finished goods meets all NuSil packaging specifications.
• Accurately uses computerized operating systems to run and monitor manufacturing equipment, if required.
• Accurately completes and reviews manufacturing and quality documentation, including all calculations and notes.
• Performs quality control and specialized testing on products.
• Performs in-process QC testing and accurate documentation.
• Maintains control of area inventory by cycle counting, verifying accuracy of inventory and correcting issues.

Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; minimum two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and move 55-gallon drums while using proper drum lifting equipment. The employee may be required to pass a pulmonary function test in order to wear a respirator.

Work Environment

Non-climate controlled, manufacturing atmosphere. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.