Process Operator (12hr rotational/swing shift)

Clorox • Martinsburg, WV

6d

About The Position

The Process Operator works in a dynamic, team-based environment to safely produce high-quality cat litter in the correct quantity and at the right cost. The operator owns all aspects of their assigned area and equipment, including safety and quality improvements, machine setups and product changeovers, and achievement of production and cost targets. The role includes unloading rail cars, operating and maintaining process equipment, monitoring controls and instrumentation, performing quality checks, and contributing to plant operations. Operators work autonomously, prioritize work according to business needs, collaborate across departments, participate in team activities, and comply with plant procedures, policies, and standards.

The position involves operating, monitoring, and adjusting process equipment; reviewing and reconciling system data; creating reports and conducting root-cause analysis; troubleshooting and repairing equipment within the limits of training and certification; completing routine and preventative maintenance; and supporting training documentation and new-operator training. Operators also handle raw materials and supplies, prepare and mix ingredients, monitor production processes, inspect products, maintain housekeeping and inventory areas, and complete other duties as directed by management.

This role follows a 12-hour rotational/swing shift and pays $24.93 per hour plus a $1.05 shift differential. Work is indoors in a partially environmentally controlled setting and includes exposure to dust, noise, moving equipment, scents and odors, and work at heights. The job requires prolonged standing and walking, use of common safety equipment, and occasional lifting or pushing/pulling of loads up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness and ability to learn and master new concepts across departments.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and critical-thinking skills.
• Understanding of basic technical math and troubleshooting principles.
• Ability to successfully complete Clorox Fork Truck Certification as outlined by the site Fork Truck Certification Policy.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety and quality standards, and promptly repair or report unsafe conditions, near misses, and injuries.
• Operate, monitor, and adjust Process Department equipment.
• Review and reconcile system data, create reports, and perform root-cause analysis as needed.
• Meet daily, weekly, and monthly production targets.
• Use technology and relevant information resources, including email, production schedules, troubleshooting guides, and job aids.
• Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical equipment within the limits of position training and certification.
• Complete area housekeeping tasks and maintain workplace organization.
• Help create training documentation and support training for new operators.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on area equipment.
• Maintain inventory storage areas and participate in cycle counts or full inventory counts as needed.
• Unload and transport raw materials, equipment, and supplies from semi-trailers and railcars.
• Transport raw materials during product preparation and supply them to spindles, conveyors, hoppers, or other feeding devices.
• Measure, dump, pour, mix, or blend specified materials and ingredients using machinery, hand tools, and other devices.
• Unload mixtures into containers or onto conveyors for further processing.
• Operate production machinery and regulate material flow, machine speed, or temperature.
• Stop or reset malfunctioning machines, clear jams, and report malfunctions to a Team Lead or Manager.
• Perform quality checks and raw-material inspections, collect samples for laboratory testing, and inspect products for conformity and defects.
• Stock and sort products for process-machine operation and replenish process supplies.
• Stack component items, wrap them for protection, and pack them into cartons or containers.
• Perform other duties as needed to support business operations, as directed by Management.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• A generous 401(k) program in the United States and similar programs internationally.
• Health benefits and programs supporting physical and mental well-being.
• Flexible work environment, depending on role.
• Opportunities for learning and professional growth.
• Half-day Fridays, depending on location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED