Production Operator Job

Associate of the plant production team reporting to the production and filling supervisor. Work and train on multiple machines and support team members when needed in any function. Focus will be Safety, Quality, Production, and 5S principles.

Responsibilities

• Follow precise batch formulation, job, and ticket instructions utilizing various electronic gauges, valves, meters, and other related equipment for mixing, blending, and packaging.
• Follow all EHS and Quality procedures to produce products safely, within specification.
• Use manual and electronic information systems to document numerous data points.
• Follow all safety guidelines and rules; environmental and regulatory guidelines; use all required safety equipment & PPE.
• Maintain quality and cleanliness of the work area and equipment.
• Follow all company and plant policies & practices to ensure safety, quality, service, and cost objectives are met.
• Operate various pieces of equipment including but not limited to mixers, blenders, packaging lines, forklifts, palletizers, basic hand tools, and any other devices needed in a safe manner following department and plant safety rules.
• Practice continuous improvement in all processes: safety, quality, cost, delivery, and production.
• Participate and support Bostik's goal of ‘Zero’ workplace safety and environmental incidents.
• Make minor adjustments to equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Follow process batch/pick sheets to produce quality products per ISO Standards.
• Maintain forklift or other related equipment by checking the battery and electrical charger hook-up.
• Daily workspace sanitation and 5S practices.
• Maintain equipment (minor problem resolution, cleaning, and some small maintenance activities) and report issues to leadership as needed.
• Complete assigned tasks within the time allotted (changeovers, machine start-ups, and production output).
• Use problem-solving techniques to eliminate waste and errors.
• Adhere to Bostik, OSHA, and local regulations/policies.
• Understand production and process equipment.
• Work with teams and within teams to achieve results including safety, customer and financial goals, and cleanliness.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED, ability to read English and perform basic math skills.
• 1-3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate manual, automated, and semi-automated equipment.
• Willing to work an off shift and overtime as necessary.
• Moderate computer skills to interface with printers and kiosks.

Context and Environment

Under minimal supervision, work in a fast-paced production environment where safety, accuracy, and speed are essential. Simultaneous competing priorities require effective and efficient communication and multi-tasking to succeed.

• Ability to stand/walk for long periods of time, may lift up to 75 lbs., continuously throughout shift.
• Lifting and reaching to load packaging materials, manually filling boxes, lifting, and stacking full boxes frequently.
• Powder and liquid compounding to produce low-risk glues and other adhesives.