Production Operator I

Beaulieu International Group•Garyville, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Pinnacle Polymers, LLC, a privately-owned polypropylene manufacturing facility, has an opening for a Process Operator I in Garyville, LA. The Production Operator I also upholds and promotes Pinnacle Polymers’ six Core Values: Safety First Always, People, Quality, Continuous Improvement, Teamwork, and Sustainability, in addition to the following functions: Performs Operator duties in the Extruder area. Perform safe startup, operation and shutdown of various pumps and compressors as dictated by plant operations. Troubleshoots related equipment as needed. Perform rounds and readings throughout the area. Stage and load product mix additives based upon production schedule. Perform field monitoring and safe operation of associated equipment in the area. Safely clean and maintain proper housekeeping of the production areas of the plant Train other employees as needed Perform other duties as needed Process Operator I position has the opportunity to progress to a Purification (Operator II), Reaction (Operator III), and Control/Board Room Operator.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Process Technology or equivalent program or work-related experience required
1-3 years of work experience as a Process Operator in a manufacturing environment required.
Must be willing and able to work a 12-hour rotating shift, including weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call as needed
Must be willing and able to serve as a member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT)
Must be willing and able to work at various elevations and positions including heights of 125 feet or above
Must be familiar with and be able to wear proper PPE including respirator and FRC
Must be willing and able to safely, effectively and efficiently carry out written and verbal job-related instructions, and adhere to all company policies and procedures
Must have working knowledge of personal computers utilizing Microsoft Office applications
Must possess knowledge of the chemical hazards of the process unit and all logic associated with the safe operation of equipment as dictated by the area of operation
Ability to accurately and neatly complete administrative forms and reports in a timely manner
Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job which are: frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb stairs, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the safety of his or her own self, or the safety of others
Ability to work in the U.S. and successful completion of a pre-employment background check and screening

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with SAP is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Performs Operator duties in the Extruder area.
Perform safe startup, operation and shutdown of various pumps and compressors as dictated by plant operations. Troubleshoots related equipment as needed. Perform rounds and readings throughout the area.
Stage and load product mix additives based upon production schedule.
Perform field monitoring and safe operation of associated equipment in the area.
Safely clean and maintain proper housekeeping of the production areas of the plant
Train other employees as needed
Perform other duties as needed