Chemical/Flaking Operator - Days

Peter Cremer North America LP•Cincinnati, OH

17h•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting directly to the Flaking Supervisor, the Chemical Flaking Stand-up Forklift Operator 1 is responsible for performing all required duties and operating all necessary equipment to ensure the continuous and effective operation of the Flaking department in order to meet stated production goals while maintaining safety and quality standards. The schedule is a 2-2-3 Rotation (Work 2 days, off 2 days, work 3 days, repeat), which includes working every other weekend. This role also involves performing autonomous maintenance, basic computer tasks, transferring inventory, and leading or supporting continuous improvement activities. Additionally, the operator must adhere to all safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures, maintain housekeeping and 5S standards, and comply with customer, regulatory, and quality requirements.

Requirements

A High School Diploma, GED, or earning within a designated period of time following date of hire.
1 year of stand-up forklift experience is required
1 year of continuous work history with a company required
Able to work in ambient temperatures (high and low)
Able to work a 12-hour shift with rotating schedule
Able to change elevation using ramps, stairs, and ladders
Able to stand and walk for extended periods (e.g., greater than one hour)
Able to independently lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis during shift
Able to work overtime as needed

Nice To Haves

2+ years of stand-up forklift experience preferred
1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

Responsibilities

Operate material handling equipment, including but not limited to forklift
Transport supersacks into warehouse storage after processing
Operate equipment (e.g., supersack machine, filling machine)
Perform washouts and changeovers of facilities and equipment
Perform and follow all procedures, including proper documentation, of manufactured product
Maintain housekeeping requirements
Maintain 5S (i.e., sort, set in order, shine, standardize, sustain) standards
Perform autonomous maintenance, including cleaning, inspecting, lubricating, and tightening to maintain equipment base condition
Perform basic computer tasks
Transfer inventory through electronic scanning and required paperwork
Lead or support continuous improvement activities through established methods
Follow all safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures
Act and be safe at all times
Understand and adhere to all task, departmental, site, and company safety rules or standards
Assist in maintaining a safe work environment
Comply with all customer, regulatory, and quality requirements in the performance of all tasks as set forth in the company’s policies and procedures
Keep equipment and work area clean and organized
Adhere to all Environmental, Health, Safety, Security Requirements covered under Local State and Federal Regulations
Follow all RC14001 guiding principles, policies, procedures and other requirements
Maintain Hazardous waste in accordance to all Local, State and Federal Regulations
Other duties as requested
Maintain a safe, legal, and environmentally protective operation
Listen to our customers, suppliers, and employees
Respond quickly to customer concerns
Follow set guidelines for Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), quality, and food safety requirements
Maintain training on applicable procedures in quality, GMP, and food safety
Report any food safety, security, and / or quality issues to management or the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) team to initiate action
Provide flexible and innovative strategies to support new business opportunities
Be cost effective in the utilization of our resources, thereby contributing to the profitability of Peter Cremer North America, LP and our customers
Strive for continuous improvement
Willing and eagerness to learn
Maintain positive “Can Do” attitude