Mill Operator

Leggett & PlattMorris, IL
Onsite

About The Position

The Mill Operator is responsible for ensuring the consistent quality of mixed batches and maintaining a steady flow of rubber through the mill and calender processes. This role involves monitoring equipment, making necessary adjustments, and collaborating with other operators to ensure efficient and safe production. The operator must also be knowledgeable about safety devices and proactive in preventing nonconformities.

Requirements

  • Working knowledge of the safety devices on the mills and calender

Responsibilities

  • Checks consistency of dropped batches and alerts supervisor of any poorly mixed batches
  • Maintains a steady stream of rubber from the dump mill to the calender box
  • Adjusts water valves and nip gap on dump and strip mills to ensure proper rubber adhesion to front bowl
  • Keeps conveyor belts and belt rollers clear of any excess rubber
  • Retrieves tails from Line 2 calender and places them back onto strip mill
  • Has a working knowledge of the safety devices on the mills and calender
  • Assists the calender operator when needed
  • Keeps work area clean and free of safety hazards
  • Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformities related to product, process and the system
  • Control further processing, delivery, or installation of nonconforming product until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected
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