Pourline Technician 1st shift
Sinomax USA, Inc. · La Vergne, TN · 2 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
About the Role
This is an entry-level position with substantial opportunity for growth. Sinomax will train the right individual. The Pour Line Operator performs visual inspections, gauge monitoring, film changes, and manual duties to ensure proper foam production, meeting quality and production quotas. Responsibilities include machine and pour line area cleanup, working both independently and as part of a team, and adhering to safety policies.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and implement directives in a positive and professional manner for Pour Line Production.
- Safely load, unload, and transfer chemicals from totes and drums to holding tanks.
- Monitor valves, gauges, and pumps.
- Communicate professionally and courteously with employees, managers, customers, vendors, and other departments.
- Make sound decisions, anticipate, and adapt to changing needs while meeting company standards and policies, including safety.
- Perform duties efficiently in the best interest of the company’s long-term success.
- Maintain confidentiality of all materials, equipment, procedures, and training associated with this position.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
- Strong communication skills in English, including reading, writing, and comprehension of instructions, reports, and correspondence.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to apply common sense to carry out detailed written or oral instructions, make decisions, compile information, and problem-solve in standardized and emergency situations.
- Physical fitness to work in a production environment, including the ability to stand, walk, use hands, reach, stoop, crouch, and perform repetitive motions.
- Ability to lift and/or move 10–100 pounds regularly, and occasionally up to 2000 pounds with assistance (e.g., flat cart or pallet jack).
- Vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Willingness to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including a full-face mask (requires a clean-shaven face) and eye protection on the production floor.
- Comfort working around chemicals and adherence to site-specific and industry-standard safety policies.
Certifications
The following certifications will be provided by the company:
- Respiratory Fit Testing
- Hazard Communications (Right to Know)
- Lockout/Tagout
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Forklift License (Flexible Foam) – Preferred but not required
- Emergency Action/Contingency Plan
Work Environment
- Exposure to hazardous chemicals and moving mechanical parts.
- Regular exposure to moderate noise levels.
- Exposure to temperature variations (moderate to high) depending on the season and work location.
- Uniform provided; role involves getting dirty.