Powder Plant Operator

Hyperion Materials & Technologies•West Branch Township, MI

About The Position

The Powder Plant Operator independently operates manufacturing and process equipment used to produce super abrasives and related products, while following strict quality and safety standards. Equipment includes automated machinery, presses, mills, and furnaces, as well as chemical processing equipment. The operator handles hazardous chemicals and performs hand assembly and material preparation tasks as needed. The position includes equipment setup, minor changes and troubleshooting, basic preventive maintenance, housekeeping, and training others in safe equipment operation. The operator follows documented work instructions, maintains product and process quality, and communicates quality concerns to relevant technical support personnel. The role requires teamwork, reliable independent performance, accurate production records, and the ability to balance tasks to meet production goals. Availability is required for first, second, or third shift, with overtime during periods of high order volume.

Requirements

High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Good interpersonal, cooperative, and team-oriented skills and behaviors.
Ability to perform independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to use production management tools, including LEAN and material management systems, and maintain accurate throughput and quality records.
Manual dexterity to accurately handle and position parts.
Ability to lift and transport materials weighing 20–40 pounds.
Ability to comprehend and apply training to operate the listed manufacturing production equipment.
Ability to balance priorities and multiple tasks to achieve production goals.
Basic computer competency, including email, data entry into material management systems, and logging notes in MS Word.
Must be available to work first, second, or third shift.
Must be available to work overtime during periods of high order volume.

Responsibilities

Participate in team initiatives to identify and resolve safety issues.
Participate in developing LEAN solutions throughout manufacturing.
Independently and safely operate equipment required for production of super abrasives and related products within the assigned work area.
Operate automated machinery, presses, mills, and furnaces.
Operate chemical processing equipment and handle hazardous chemicals.
Perform hand assembly of products and prepare blends and sieved material as required.
Use measuring tools, gauges, scales, microscopes, go/no-go gauges, and visual standards, and interpret their results.
Perform minor equipment changes, setup, and troubleshooting; assist area experts with more difficult setup, changeovers, and troubleshooting.
Perform basic preventive maintenance, including lubrication, filter changes, and equipment cleaning.
Maintain housekeeping in the assigned work area.
Train others in the safe and responsible operation of assigned manufacturing equipment.
Follow documented work instructions, including PPF, POCI, EOI, JSA, assembly prints, and other applicable instructions.
Maintain product and process quality measures and communicate quality concerns to relevant technical support personnel.
Maintain accurate throughput and quality records and use production management and material management systems.
Work overtime during periods of high order volume as needed.