KETTLE ASSISTANT

About the role

Generally responsible for assisting the Grease Makers with the operation of the kettle floor. Duties include adding raw materials to the product, clean up of kettles and kettle floor, requesting and storage of raw materials, and other functions the Grease Makers determine are required for the production operation.

Responsibilities

• Safety - Report any and all drips, leaks, and spills that would affect the environment
• Be aware of and follow all personal protective equipment requirements
• Report any unsafe acts/conditions
• Maintain a clean work area
• Quality - Be familiar with and support the effort of implementing the quality policy and ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949 Quality Management Systems
• Follow all documented procedures
• Complete necessary documentation with high level of accuracy
• Operational - Maintain excellent on time-attendance record
• Communicate well with grease makers, operators, lab personnel, supervisors, etc.

Requirements

• Must be able to read, write and understand English language
• Must be able to perform simple math
• Must be able to work as part of a team and be able to communicate his/her thoughts, needs and ideas to others, ie. Co-workers, lab personnel, supervisors, etc.
• Must be self-motivated
• Must be able to multi-task at a fast pace
• Must be able to start and complete and assigned tasks with accuracy, efficiency and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or proven ability to perform the job
• Daily instruction through Grease Makers
• General Safety & Hazard communication training annually
• Variety of quality training as required

Skills

• Ability to lift up to 50Ibs, including equipment such as hoses, fittings, sampling devices, tank covers, lids, and other equipment
• Ability to climb stairs, work in confined spaces, have a good balance and coordination
• Ability to read small numbers from meters, gauges, etc.
• Ability to distinguish change in pitch on pumps, motors
• Ability to wear a respirator
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures
• Willingness to and ability to work any shift and/or holidays & weekends, as needed
• Ability to work overtime with little notice, as needed.