Mill Operator

J.M. Huber Corporation • Quincy, MA

5d • $26 - $29

About The Position

A Mill Operator is responsible for ensuring the mill is producing a quality product as specified by the Nutrition Quality Department and confirmed by outside lab. Operator reports to the Plant Supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Technical school a plus.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years industrial experience or a combination of education and experience.
• Willing and able to work and act safely.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations that include the following: multiplication, addition, and percentages – all of which can be accomplished with the use of a calculator if needed.
• Must have good overall communication skills with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Must be able to read and comprehend company safety manual policies, operating procedures, SDS and various production schedules/reports.
• Must be able to operate automatic and manual packers, set bag weights, operate bulk bag filling station, operate forklifts, assist operator in monitoring automatic pack out system.
• Must be able to lift and move 50 lbs (constantly throughout shift if packaging) for an entire shift, must be able to frequently ascend and descend ladders using 3 points of contact, climb stairs on and off a forklift, must operate a forklift using hand and foot controls and occasionally stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and crawl.
• Must be able to work in a dusty environment where temperatures vary from extremely hot to cold, work in humidity and around various chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining compliance with the Huber Sustainability Management System (HSMS)
• Compliance with all MSHA, FDA and other regulatory agencies
• Bringing all environmental, health and safety and/or quality incidents or concerns to management for resolution
• Monitoring equipment for visible emissions, shutting down equipment with visible emissions and reporting emissions to their area coordinator
• Dealing with petroleum spills properly
• Inspecting mill area for unsafe conditions daily
• Operating mill in a safe and efficient manner
• Performing preventative maintenance servicing of equipment as required
• Ensuring equipment is locked out before repair work begins
• Conducting Mill service, PM’s and assists Maintenance with minor repairs of equipment as directed
• Producing and loads materials as established by the Plant Manager or Production Manager
• Inspecting incoming raw materials on trucks before unloading occurs
• Filling out paperwork such as: batch records, plant orders, sample bags, lift truck inspection reports, etc.
• Keeping work area, warehouse and outside of plant in a neat and orderly condition following GMP guidelines
• Directing one or more personnel in the packaging process
• Performing packaging duties based upon location or under direction of the Production Manager
• Advising succeeding Operator(s), Supervisor/Management and maintenance of operating problems and conditions
• Learning and observe all applicable company policies and safe practices and perform all duties assigned by supervisor
• Troubleshooting and solving problems, services equipment, and cleans the plant
• Complying with all company and GMP/FDA rules and regulations and complete annual GMP training
• Assisting in ensuring top quality housekeeping is maintained
• Performing other duties as directed by Area Supervisor

Benefits

• In addition to base compensation, individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and profit-sharing payout.
• Huber also offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package as detailed on the Huber Benefits Hub

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED