MIX & MILL OPERATOR 1
About The Position
The Mix & Mill Operator 1 loads scheduled rubber material onto a mill by hand and operates the mill to remove moisture from rubber stock. The operator monitors milling equipment for efficient and safe operation, adjusts machine components to regulate operating conditions, checks each batch for color and surface characteristics, and takes required samples. The operator reports product that does not meet standards and machinery malfunctions to a supervisor. The role also includes cutting down product until it has a smooth appearance, removing and stacking slabs, transporting stock as needed, cleaning rubber from rollers for re-milling, and keeping the mill pan and immediate work area clean. Production data, including quantities, material types, dimensions, and quality, must be recorded and maintained. Other duties may be assigned by the lead or supervisor. This is a union position represented by Local Lodge No. 1101 of the International Association of Machinists.
Requirements
- Prior production experience and knowledge of materials, company machinery, and operating protocols are desired.
- Knowledge of the company’s safety programs and protocols.
- Flexibility and willingness to work overtime; excellent attendance.
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and work rules and procedures, and to make sound decisions.
- Basic math, reading, and writing skills.
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift between 50 and 80 pounds.
- Ability to maneuver around machinery and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
- Color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Ability to respond quickly to a signal.
- Ability to wear a half-mask respirator, safety glasses, and steel-toe shoes.
Nice To Haves
- Prior production experience and knowledge of materials, company machinery, and operating protocols are desired.
Responsibilities
- Load scheduled rubber material onto the mill by hand and operate the mill to remove moisture from rubber stock.
- Monitor milling equipment for efficient operation and safety; adjust machine components to regulate speeds, pressures, temperatures, and material flow.
- Monitor color and surface characteristics of every batch and take required samples.
- Notify the supervisor when product does not meet required standards or machinery malfunctions.
- Cut down product with a knife until a smooth appearance is achieved; slab off, stack, and transport stock as needed.
- Clean rubber from rollers for re-milling, sweep the mill pan at the end of each batch, and keep the immediate area clean.
- Record and maintain production data, including quantities, types, dimensions, and quality of materials produced.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the lead or supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
