Manufacturing Machine Operator

Lignetics•Show Low, AZ

11h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Manufacturing Machine Operator for our Mill and Dryer Controls team. This is a full-time position with available shifts including days (7a - 7p) and graveyard (7p - 7a), both on a rotating schedule. The role involves operating and adjusting pellet mills and dryers, monitoring bin levels, regulating material mix for optimal pellet quality, and troubleshooting equipment malfunctions. A pre-employment background check and drug screen are required.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED preferred
One to two years production experience in an industrial setting highly preferred
Requires working knowledge of all aspects of the production process
Process Controls Experience a plus
Must be able to pass the company forklift certification
Must be able to lift up to 80 lbs waist high and stand for up to 12 hours per day
Must be able to use catwalks and climb ladders that connect catwalks up to 60 feet high and according to safety standards
Must have mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Must have the ability to do simple math calculations

Responsibilities

Operate and adjust pellet mills, and regular dryer inlet and outlet temperatures per specifications, overseeing and monitoring bin levels.
Regulate material mix to obtain the optimal pellet moisture and pellet density ratio, keeping pellet moisture under specified limits per compacted cubic foot by communicating the ratio of fresh and old sawdust and wet and dry shavings.
Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, spot fires, and hot bearings.
Maintain pellet mill feed rates and adjust or change pellet mill rolls/dies accordingly.
Complete a daily report detailing temperature readings, dried material moisture, and perform density checks per specifications, and the average for the day, total mill hours, natural gas hours and estimate tonnage.
Perform additional accountabilities as required.