Process Operator

Flintgroup•Romeoville, IL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Operator will produce a variety of inks and ink intermediates by following standard operating procedures. The operator will carry out various tasks in the preparation, reaction, and storage of a variety of products, using mixers, pumps, filters, hoists, forklifts, and other manufacturing equipment. The Operator will come in contact with a variety of chemicals and chemical waste products, some of which can be hazardous. Batch processing includes charging material, processing batch, monitoring and recording data, loading, unloading and cleaning equipment, packaging product, maintaining a safe and orderly work area, and assisting other production areas as needed. The successful candidate must be able to work independently, execute strenuous, sometimes repetitive physical work such as lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50 pounds, work in high temperatures, indoors and out, and be able to work any shift. The candidate must become thoroughly knowledgeable in the process of producing a quality batch and be able to troubleshoot any issues that occur during the process. They will maintain a working knowledge of all SOPs associated with the process, perform daily housekeeping of their area and all equipment, maintain an acceptable attendance record, and be knowledgeable and adhere to all safety requirements. With proper training, the candidate should become proficient in all facets of process operator duties, including cross-training in 12-16 months.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Good basic math skills, including percentage calculation.
Good English speaking and reading skills.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to execute strenuous, sometimes repetitive physical work such as lifting, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in high temperatures, indoors and out.
Ability to work any shift.

Responsibilities

Canning and labeling of products into gallon jugs, pails, drums and totes.
Operate industrial Parts washer, maintain cleaning solutions.
Prepare, react, and store a variety of products using mixers, pumps, filters, hoists, forklifts, and other manufacturing equipment.
Charge material, process batch, monitor and record data.
Load, unload, and clean equipment.
Package product.
Maintain a safe and orderly work area.
Assist other production areas as needed.
Troubleshoot issues that occur during the process.
Maintain a working knowledge of all SOPs associated with the process.
Perform daily housekeeping of his/her area and all equipment.
Maintain an acceptable attendance record.
Adhere to all safety requirements.
Cross-train in Shipping & Receiving, Tub washing, Batch Weighing – Liquid Manufacturing, Forklift training, and Safety Training within 12-16 months.