Trial Operator
About the Role
As a Trial Chemical Mill Operator, you will run and execute trials on a variety of equipment, working directly with Technical Sales Engineers to determine testing methods, refine processing parameters, and provide customers with target trial outputs. Documentation, attention to detail, and adherence to safety requirements are critical.
Responsibilities
- Receive assigned stations from Technical Sales Engineer or Operations Supervisor.
- Comply with PPE and all other safety requirements.
- Comply with 5S programs.
- Operate machines per Process paperwork and Production Work Instructions as trained.
- Perform quality control tests as required and make adjustments to equipment as necessary.
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment throughout.
- Perform product changeovers and system clean downs as scheduled and instructed.
- Keep ahead on all package preparations as able with time allowed.
- Dispose of trash in proper method throughout shift.
- Perform any other duty as directed.
- Communicate quality and food-safety related issues with appropriate team members.
- Complete Annual cGMP Training if approved for tasks in a cGMP environment.
- Complete Annual Food Safety Training and pass the Annual Food Safety Training Quiz with a minimum score of 70% if approved for tasks in a Food Safety environment.
Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
- Ability to stand, stretch, kneel, crouch, and sit.
- Understanding of basic math including adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, fractions, percentages, decimals, and conversions.
- High School Diploma/GED preferred.
Work Environment
- 80% Floor
- 15% Lab
- 5% Office/Meetings
Location: Reading, Pennsylvania
Training
This position has a hands-on training environment, consisting of working beside experienced managers and operators. You will receive continuous feedback regarding training and performance. Ongoing training through outside courses is also provided.
Advancement
Additional opportunities may exist with Custom Processing Services, Inc., including different departments, divisions, manufacturing facilities, or subsidiaries.