Millroom Operator (1st shift 6:00am to 3:30pm)

R.E. Darling Co.•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

The Millroom Operator is responsible for producing custom mixed rubber compounds in accordance with prescribed procedures and schedules. This position reports to the supervisor of the Millroom. Personal contact with others will typically involve interaction with technical and quality assurance personnel to give information on product related concerns. This position requires a person who is safety conscious, quality conscious and goal oriented. The Millroom work environment requires the operation of large processing equipment, the handling of hazardous chemicals, the physical ability to stand for extended periods with frequent stooping and repeatedly lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be capable of wearing a cartridge loaded half face respirator.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Six months manufacturing experience
Ability to complete production forms, such as product travelers
Ability to follow work order instructions
Ability to safely operate machines in area of assignment
Sufficient visual acuity to inspect products produced
Ability to read and understand technical drawings, work orders and written procedures
Ability to accurately utilize measuring equipment such as calipers, thickness gages, weigh scales, and tape measures
Proficient in shop math
Basic computer skills required

Nice To Haves

experience with the manufacture of custom mixed rubber including: Mixing, extruding, calendaring, refining, and inspecting/testing of rubber compounds
Operating millroom equipment such as two-roll mills, internal mixers, extruders, and calendars

Responsibilities

Perform specific tasks associated with the manufacture of rubber and composite products
Recognize product/process issues and assist with troubleshooting
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Support training of employees
Enter job data into software data collection system
Perform accurate counts of physical inventory
Understand and follow safe work principles
Responsible for quality and workmanship of product produced
Assigned by the Supervisor or Lead Person
Execute manufacturing processes in accordance with work orders, procedures and schedules to achieve daily goals
Operate processing equipment such as mixer, autoclaves, mills, calendar, extruders, PHI presses, & mechanical hand tools
Utilize measuring equipment such as calipers, thickness gages, weigh scales, and tape measures
Accurately complete process control paperwork (ingredient tracking on work orders)
Know when to stop processing
Notify supervisor/lead person
Assist with the problem-solving process to resolve the issue
Utilize 6S techniques (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, Safety)
Participate in the daily workgroup start up meeting
Responsible for maintaining a clean work area
Capable of generating skill versatility sheets for products
Cleanliness of work area/cell at all times
As directed by the Supervisor and under close supervision & review of the Lead Person or Supervisor
Provide training and familiarization on the work processes and the operation of equipment
Completion of product training log sheets for employees being trained
Report material usage and labor when required
Input data using a computer on a daily basis when required
Identify low inventory levels of direct materials
Identify low inventory levels of shop aids
Notify lead/supervisor of needed direct and indirect materials
Practice safe work methods
Wear personal protective equipment when required
Support Supervisor/Lead Person in maintaining a safe work environment
Capable of identifying safety features on Millroom equipment
Perform visual/dimensional checks to ensure product quality and workmanship
Identify and report product problems and issues
Identify and report equipment problems and issues