Operator - Overnight 3rd shift

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Operator works independently and in coordination with the Lead Operator and/or Supervisor. Responsible for the accurate and compliant manufacturing of various silicone products, utilizing a variety of automated and semi-automated equipment and processes. Operates mixing machines, coating machines, and cutting and packaging machines under SOP and GMP guidelines. Performs basic troubleshooting and maintains equipment cleanliness. Interfaces 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
• Learns and adheres to safety rules for handling chemicals and equipment
• Monitors and performs daily activities within the production area (processing/packaging/testing/sampling)
• Identifies and corrects potential hazards and ensures 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
• Monitors and records critical process parameters
• Communicates with management on results of product testing, trends, and deviations
• Ensures packaging of finished goods meets all packaging specifications
• Accurately uses computerized operating systems to run and monitor manufacturing equipment
• 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
• Verifies and ensures that materials/supplies are properly labeled and stored
• Reviews process reproducibility trends and applies knowledge to improve processes or products
• Suggests manufacturing procedure changes as needed
• Maintains control of area inventory by cycle counting, verifying accuracy of inventory and correcting issues
• Interfaces with other personnel and/or departments to achieve production goals and product shipment requirements

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

Regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. Frequently required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and move 55-gallon drums while using proper drum lifting equipment. May be required to pass a pulmonary function test in order to wear a respirator. Use of contact lenses is prohibited on the production floor.

Work Environment

Non-climate controlled, manufacturing atmosphere. Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. Noise level is usually moderate to loud.