Milling Operator- 3rd Shift

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas, Inc.•Lansing, IL

6d•$36,171 - $53,560

About The Position

A Milling Operator operates department mills and fills production batches in the Milling plant. The role uses KD Dyno Mills, ECM Dyno Mills, Netzsch Turbo Mills, bulk systems, scales/load cells, mixers, drum dumpers, and other equipment needed for daily tasks. The operator may also support activities in other Operations areas, including the Small Paint Plant, Large Paint Plant, Waterbase, and Shading. The position is scheduled for third shift, with potential flexibility needed for off-shift training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to inquiries and/or complaints.
Courtesy, tact, and respect when dealing with others.
Ability to meet strict deadlines and work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to wear a respirator and all necessary PPE; must be clean-shaven for respirator use.
Ability to work with isocyanate.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and demonstrate commitment to teamwork.
Strong attention to detail.
Developed computer skills in Excel, Word, and other office programs.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Ability to work any shift hours and overtime to meet business needs.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing industry experience.

Responsibilities

Follow company standard operating procedures, batch tickets, process sheets, and safety policies.
Operate equipment used to fill batches or clean mill systems, including mills, scales/load cells, tank mixers, bulk loading systems, filling pumps, and filling machines.
Monitor mills, tanks, process parameters, and other equipment.
Fill finished goods into appropriate containers according to customer-specific IDIOS and create container labels.
Operate a forklift to move materials.
Participate in improvement teams and submit ideas.
Identify potential off-quality products during processing and initiate corrective action through the established company abnormal process.
Use company IT equipment, including SAP, Microsoft Access Database, and Microsoft Office, to complete Milling process orders.
Maintain housekeeping in lab and production areas.
Maintain testing equipment.
Perform job activities in Operations areas outside Milling as required.
Move waste from the point of generation to the 90-day Storage Area.
Close and label waste containers according to NB Coatings procedures.