Continuous Foam (CF) Line Multi-Tasker

Who We Are
Smithers-Oasis is a diverse global manufacturer and marketer of various products including floral foam, postharvest products, and custom foams. Our business divisions focus on providing solutions-based products and services, with a global perspective and local responsiveness.

About the Role

We are seeking a self-motivated and reliable individual to fill the role of Continuous Foam (CF) Line Multi-Tasker. This position assists with the startup and shutdown of the CF Line, secures materials, and handles loading and unloading tasks to meet production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Complete the CF Line Cross Training Matrix
• Assist as needed during the startup of each run on the CF Line
• Offloads buns as produced and accurately measures their dimensions, recording data in an Excel spreadsheet
• Maintain accurate Bun Bay Tracking centers
• Support rotation of Bun Bay operations to ensure balanced workload
• Maintain effective communication with the foam head operator to ensure team performance and product quality
• Ensure proper functioning of all equipment in assigned area and report malfunctions to the department manager
• Act as backup to the Compounder/Utility worker and QA Technicians
• Assist in obtaining, moving paper rolls, monitoring inventory, and setting up the CF line
• Perform cycle counts and assist in year-end inventory as needed
• Testblocks and scale up for production of new and low-volume foam for orders
• Clean the Continuous Foaming (CF) Line Conveyor and reactor assembly at the direction of Senior Foaming Staff
• Make mechanical or chemical changes as needed to support foam production
• Enter runs into E1 or current business system and maintain proper knowledge of all foaming-associated E1 functions
• Follow and track training for backup positions through the Foaming Manager
• Complete work orders and production reports as directed
• Follow established safety procedures and inform the department manager of any unsafe conditions
• Use required personal protective equipment, including respirators, when appropriate
• Ensure a clean work environment by maintaining daily housekeeping responsibilities in work areas
• Perform other duties as directed based on training or skills
• Support and lead by example the Core Values of the organization

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED is preferred but not required
• Ability to understand math/chemistry concepts and mechanical/physical concepts
• Good decision-making ability to use resourcefulness or judgment to adapt to variations in problems encountered
• Experience in a similar position of a technical nature, preferably two years
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Tools
• Computer data entry skills required, and chemical process control experience desired
• Ability to follow general instructions and standard practices
• Ability to handle chemical materials in bags (90 pounds), WIP foam, and drums/totes, and climb ladders to top of tanks or bulk delivery trucks
• Safety awareness, as the safety of others depends entirely on the actions of the employee in this position
• Safe operation of a lift truck and possession or ability to obtain lift truck operator's license

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Technical education or experience sufficient to understand technical problems of average nature
• Two years' experience in a similar position of a technical nature
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools
• Chemical process control experience desired
• Ability to follow general instructions and standard practices
• Ability to handle chemical materials in bags (90 pounds), WIP foam, and drums/totes, and climb ladders to top of tanks or bulk delivery trucks
• Safety awareness, as the safety of others depends entirely on the actions of the employee in this position
• Safe operation of a lift truck and possession or ability to obtain lift truck operator's license

Skills

• Mathematics
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Engineering
• Computer Data Entry
• Equipment Maintenance
• Communication Skills
• Physical Strength
• Chemical Handling
• Lift Truck Operation

Benefits

• Monthly and annual attendance bonuses
• Company culture values integrity, trust, respect, collaboration, and work-life balance
• Opportunity to add value to the organization and build strong professional relationships
• Full-time career with a competitive salary and benefit plan options, including an immediately vested company-matched 401k plan

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is $19.45 - $25.95 per hour.

Schedule

This position has a typical work schedule of Monday through Thursday from 6:30 am to 4:30 pm. When necessary, an earlier start time will be required to meet the demands of the production schedule.