Machine Operator

About the role

Rochester Midland Corporation (RMC) is a leading manufacturer and global supplier of specialty chemicals for food, sanitation, water treatment, legionella control, facility maintenance, restroom odor control and industrial cleaning. Rochester Midland is the leader in Green Housekeeping and manufactures Enviro Care®, an extensive line of environmentally preferable products for all markets, as well as many other bio-based products. Long involved with green initiatives and other sustainable efforts, RMC began formalization of its Sustainability efforts in 2010, with the publication of its first Sustainability Report.

Responsibilities

• Fills batches according to the instructions on the batch tickets and according to the supervisor’s direction and priority.
• Sets up all filling equipment needed for the job. This includes but is not limited to filling heads, tapers, heat sealers and cappers.
• Checking the packaging sheet for each job to ensure the correct caps, bottles, inserts, etc. are being used.
• Programs the instrument to fill to the correct fill heights based on the package size.
• Maintains production and time records, as required on batch ticket as well as performing inventory transactions via a handheld scanning device.
• Cleans kettles and filling equipment when jobs are finished.
• Making sure all people on the line are working together, following proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and double-checking caps, lot numbers, BOM (Bill of Materials), etc.
• May be required to fill large package sizes (tote, Barrel, pails, etc.) via use of pump and filling wand, requiring the use of scales and volume gauges as necessary.
• Adheres to all safety and PPE requirements.
• Maintains high quality standards, as required, through regular quality checks.
• Maintains work area in accordance with established housekeeping procedures and requirements to ensure a safe and clean work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment desired.

Skills

• Strong ability to read and comprehend English.
• Manual dexterity.
• Ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Problem solving skills.
• Forklift experience preferred.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Stand for extended periods of time.
• Visual acuity necessary to read labels, tickets, etc.
• Proximity to chemicals, with potential exposure to chemicals and chemical odors.
• Proximity to forklift traffic.
• Occasional extra hours.
• Lifting up to 55 lbs. is required.
• Required use of personal protective equipment.