Dryer Assistant

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversees the total heat energy and drying operations from the field, while assisting the dryer operator.
• Operates, cleans and inspects for proper operation all furnace and dryer equipment from fuel feed systems to dry bins.
• Reports any deficiencies to the Maintenance Department and/or Shift Supervisor to get problems corrected.
• Maintains cleanliness of equipment and work areas.
• Maintains operations by reading, interpreting, and applying complex written instructions in the form of Standard Operating Procedures and other written instructions.
• Monitors equipment continually to ensure proper operation, quality, and to prevent damage.
• Affords assistance to the Dryer Operator in monitoring the Flame Ex systems.
• Affords assistance to the Dryer Operator in cleaning plugged conveyors and screws.
• Maintains awareness of furnaces for hot spots.
• Maintains awareness of furnace and dryer areas for smolders and/or fires.
• Completes area check sheets on a daily basis.
• Relieves Dryer Operator.
• Performs general physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs, moving whole body and multilimb coordination.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

Specialized/Technical Knowledge or Required Skills

• High School Diploma or GED
• 0 to 3 Years Manufacturing Experience.