Production / Dryer Operator

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine checks on ancillary equipment and monitor dryers.
• Control, monitor and make necessary adjustments on control systems and manually operated equipment.
• Troubleshoot processes, product quality, safety, and environmental problems and identify equipment requiring maintenance.
• Communicate production issues with the production supervisor, operations manager, mechanics, and plant manager as appropriate.
• Report any safety issues immediately to the supervisor and if necessary, take appropriate action needed, including system shutdown, if unsafe work practice is witnessed to prevent injury or environmental release.
• Ensure safe and efficient performance of production and project work following standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Act as a resource for other Operators and/or Maintenance Mechanics on job tasks and prioritization of work activities.
• Ensure quality control by performing testing on products and sampling when required.
• Enter production and in-process quality test results.
• Review with the next shift operator the status of all in-process operations. Ensure accurate and clear communication to maintain plant operation and product quality.
• See that the security of the plant is maintained throughout their shift.
• Complete all duties assigned with a high degree of dedication to safety and environmental stewardship.

Required Competencies

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Good math and mechanical aptitude.
• A strong work ethic and independently motivated to produce results.
• Strong multi-tasking, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• The ability to work in an empowered team environment, including effective communication, sharing information, resolving issues, giving and receiving both positive and negative feedback in a respectful and professional manner.
• The ability to reach all work areas in the plant (climb ladders, negotiate catwalks, handle heights to 50 feet, etc.), to lift, twist, and turn up to 50 lb.

Preferred Competencies

• Prior manufacturing warehouse experience preferred.
• Experience operating a forklift preferred.
• Basic computer skills including data entry experience preferred.