Flux Production Operator
About the role
The Flux Production Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient production of flux products through blending, pelletizing, packaging, and material handling operations. This position operates and monitors production equipment, maintains quality standards, performs product changeovers, and conducts cleaning and sanitation activities to ensure safe and compliant manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities
Primary duties include:
- Manufacture flux products according to production schedules, run sheets, and operating procedures
- Verify and record raw material lot numbers before production
- Load and blend raw materials using ribbon blending equipment
- Operate pelletizing, crushing, conveying, and screening equipment to produce finished products
- Monitor product quality, including pellet hardness, shape, and dust generation
- Adjust equipment settings to maintain product specifications and production efficiency
- Troubleshoot minor operating issues and report equipment concerns to supervision
- Packaging and material handling operations, including operating bagging equipment and forklifts
- Collect production, retain, and composite samples according to established procedures
- Maintain accurate production records and documentation
- Perform product changeovers to prevent cross-contamination and conduct wash-down and cleaning procedures for production equipment and work areas
- Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental requirements
Requirements
Minimum requirements include:
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Previous manufacturing, chemical processing, or industrial production experience preferred
- Ability to operate industrial production equipment safely and efficiently
- Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification
- Ability to read and follow written procedures and production instructions
- Basic math, measurement, and recordkeeping skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
Work Environment
The Flux Production Operator works in an industrial manufacturing environment producing flux and related products. The position requires operation of blending, pelletizing, packaging, and material-handling equipment while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity.
Schedule
This position is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There is occasional mandatory overtime, including weekend work on short notice.