Production Operator, Process Expert

City
Winona
State/Province
Minnesota

Overview:

The Production Operator (Process Expert) is responsible for the production of quality thermoplastic material which includes set-up, monitoring and troubleshooting equipment and packaging finished product.

Responsibilities:

  • Sets up extruder to run a product within standard operating conditions with minimal downtime and loss of product.
  • Monitors and troubleshoots equipment during the extrusion process.
  • Collects product samples for testing.
  • If safety or quality issues develop, stops process and actively participates in problem-solving with shift supervisor, maintenance, safety and other operators.
  • Safely drives forklift.
  • Actively participates in cleaning work area.
  • Completes product turn-arounds, which includes cleaning the extruder barrel and screws, the feeder, the pelletizer, the classifier, the reclaimer system, the automatic bagger, and feed and product totes to prevent product contamination.
  • Maintains proper records, which includes run logs/sheet, feed blends on line, amount of product in totes, packaging reports, work orders, and log books.
  • Provides report to on-coming operator for successful shift hand-over.
  • Reviews and understands the policies and procedures contained in standard operating procedures, hazardous communication and waste disposal procedures.
  • Assumes personal responsibility for complying with all safety/health related policies and procedures, participates in company sponsored safety programs and activities, and reports to management those conditions or actions by employees or others that might create a hazard to themselves or others in the plant.
  • Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets, work experience, and qualifications.  The expected salary range for this Minnesota position is $25.23/hour.

Qualifications:

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

 

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Valid drivers license required
  • No experience required
  • Manufacturing experience preferred
  • Forklift experience preferred
  • Availability to work 12-hour night shift schedule
  • 3-4 shifts per week; overtime available
  • Includes holidays and every other weekend
  • Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to use various hand tools
  • Basic math knowledge including ability to calculate percentages, ratios, unit conversions and averages
  • Good verbal and written communication
  • Ability to work individually and within small group

Application Methods:

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