Process Operator, Houlton

Tate and Lyle•Houlton, ME

78d•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Operator is responsible for diagnosing, operating, correcting, and managing the outcomes of complex processing systems (mechanical and chemical) utilizing a real-time ERP system (OS PI). This role involves delivering effective turnover to the oncoming team, ensuring safety through various procedures, producing quality products, performing environmental checks, and maintaining a clean work environment. The operator will undergo a progressive training program to learn all aspects of Technical Process Operation and demonstrate proficiency, including training other technicians. Basic maintenance duties and forklift operation are also part of the responsibilities. Considerable care is required in monitoring control centers, reviewing information, making independent and informed decisions, and operating equipment safely and efficiently to ensure continuity of operations.

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Experience working a rotating shift schedule.
Able to communicate well verbally and orally.
Must be well-organized, attentive to detail, and efficient.
Able to demonstrate basic mathematics, reading comprehension, and problem solving.

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree preferred.
3+ years of chemical or industrial manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, operate, correct, and manage the outcomes of complex processing systems (mechanical and chemical) utilizing a real time ERP system (OS PI).
Deliver effective turnover to the oncoming team through verbal and written communication (logbook).
Safely perform all required duties. Includes but not limited to, writing permits, performing safety audits, monthly training topics, and daily safety messages.
Produce quality products, record all information in process quality assurance tests, and take appropriate actions to correct deviations.
Perform environmental checks per our permits to ensure compliance.
Maintain a clean work environment per established Good Manufacturing Practices.
Required to learn all aspects of Technical Process Operation via a progressive training program and demonstrate proficiency.
Train other technicians.
Perform basic maintenance duties and assist maintenance team when directed.
Operate forklift.
Considerable care required in monitoring control centers, reviewing information, making independent and informed decisions, and operating equipment safely and efficiently to ensure continuity of operations.