Mixing Operator
About The Position
To operate production machines in order to achieve daily, weekly, monthly, and annual output targets. This role involves performing mixing duties safely and accurately, weighing and mixing product according to SOPs, and recording accurate data on batch sheets. The operator will gain a full knowledge of the mixing, coating, and ink supply system to troubleshoot basic equipment and process problems. Responsibilities include charging ink raw materials and organic solvents into an ink production device, participating in basic maintenance activities, and contributing to productivity improvement and cost reduction plans. The role also involves performing Quality Control testing, operating forklifts, assisting in training other operators, learning coating room procedures, facilitating internal communication, performing general housekeeping, and adhering to all safety rules and regulations. Additional duties may be assigned by management.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent experience.
- Prior product manufacturing experience required.
- Must have the ability to interface and communicate effectively, write legibly and read/comprehend sufficiently to perform the duties required.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in technical field preferred.
- Experience in chemicals mixing/blending operations preferred.
- Must be able to work in close proximity with organic solvents, ink material and able to wear air-purifying respiratory protection equipment as needed.
Responsibilities
- Perform mixing duties safely and accurately.
- Weigh and mix product according to the appropriate “SOP” under the direction of the Group Leader.
- Record accurate data on batch sheets while mixing inks.
- Obtain a full knowledge of the mixing, coating and ink supply system in order to be proficient in troubleshooting basic equipment and process problems.
- Charge ink raw materials and organic solvents into an ink production device in a measured & controlled manner thus producing a coat-able solution per established specification.
- Lead in basic maintenance activities by having input and explanation to “what needs to be done”. Then assist as possible, making sure activities are scheduled and completed in a timely manner.
- Strongly participate in productivity improvement plans and cost reduction plans (Total Productive Maintenance activity). Investigate and analyze causes for defective material or process inefficacies.
- Perform Quality Control testing.
- Verify the quality of the product with visual and machine inspections using batch sheets and work instructions.
- Operate forklifts to transport liquid and solid materials in a manner that is safe to self and others.
- Assist in the training of other mixing operators.
- Learn coating room procedures and processes for cleaning and change overs.
- Facilitate internal communication and working relationships within areas of responsibility.
- Perform general housekeeping.
- Perform all duties in accordance with established safety rules and regulations.
- Additional duties assigned by management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
