Blend Technician - Operator

About the role

Essex Solutions strives to push the boundaries of what is possible by creating magnet wire solutions that enable our customers' innovations and exceed expectations. Our team provides products and services to some of the world's leading automotive, energy, and industrial manufacturers. With over a century of experience, Essex Solutions is leading the charge to power new technologies in electric vehicles, grid modernization, and sustainability. The team at our Chemical Processing Center blend, package, and ship materials used at our manufacturing facilities in the US, Canada, and Mexico.

Responsibilities

• Use all tools and equipment in the preparation of and processes of manufacturing products produced at the Chemical Processing Plant.
• Follow all procedures, methods, and guidelines to assure quality, safety, and production goals are met.
• Prepares orders for shipment, fills containers, and stages product for shipment (assisting loadmasters as needed).
• Maintain storage and inventory areas.
• Keep work areas neat, clean, and organized; assist in maintaining the orderliness and cleanliness of the facility and grounds of the Chemical Processing Plant.
• Assist others in all areas needed including supervisors, peers, and less experienced employees.
• Lift and carry up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Read and understand instructions and specifications; use computers as needed.
• Monitor and control the manufacturing processes utilizing monitoring equipment.
• Enter records or write up data for company reports.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers to give and receive information while maintaining positive working relationships.
• Be available for various shifts and overtime in a continuous manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Experience working in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Experience using mobile equipment is strongly preferred.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in diverse groups.
• Must be a team-focused individual as exhibited in actions and approach to engaging multiple groups (internal and external) interacting with this position.
• Must be flexible in a dynamic environment to change practices or procedures in order to deliver optimum performance (when directed).
• Highest level of accountability is required.
• Must be able to apply math skills to calculate weights and measures.
• Must be able to work in a hot or cold environment.
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment including hearing protection and respiratory protection.
• Processes organizing and coordinating skills.
• Strong attention to detail, sound business judgment, and strong planning and organization skills required.
• Above average physical coordination and mechanical skills, able to operate machinery controls, cranes, material handling equipment, and drive forklift truck.
• The position is physical in nature requiring the ability to kneel, twist, turn, bend, stoop, reach, grip, grasp, stand, walk, sit, climb, crawl, lift, and carry.
• The position requires the ability to distinguish shades and colors to distinguish product quality.