Production Operator

Omya•Lucerne Valley, CA

11d•$28 - $40

About The Position

The Production Operator executes manufacturing processes by operating designated production equipment and selecting, moving, and loading intermediates or raw materials. The role requires understanding bills of materials and/or formula specifications to add the correct quantities of materials in the proper sequence. The operator manufactures products safely, on time, and according to process instructions and quality standards; completes quality tests; monitors equipment and production; identifies process improvements; maintains accurate production, delivery, sample, equipment, and process records; and prepares product packaging for the next production step or customer shipment. The position also includes ensuring proper operation, maintenance, and cleanliness of laboratory instruments and following applicable safety requirements. The operator is responsible for plant housekeeping and a clean, safe, and uncluttered work environment, and must understand relevant quality, safety, health, and environmental aspects, impacts, requirements, and emergency procedures. The Corporate Sustainability Policy and Integrated Management System provide guidance for continuous improvement. The role reports directly to the Production Supervisor and works with the Warehouse and Distribution team and Production team. Pay is DOE, listed as $28 to $40.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent education.
Five years of industrial or manufacturing experience in a chemical or related field.
Experience in a maintenance role for a manufacturing or related operation.
Good command of the local language, both oral and written.
Ability to communicate efficiently verbally and in writing with coworkers, supervisors, and customers.
Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, and weekends, including operating the facility alone on nights and weekends.
Ability to work indoors and occasionally outdoors while exposed to heat, cold, dirt, and noise.

Nice To Haves

Computer skills.
Laboratory experience.
Basic chemistry knowledge.

Responsibilities

Operate designated production equipment and execute manufacturing processes.
Select, move, and load intermediates or raw materials into production machines.
Follow bills of materials and/or formula specifications, including correct quantities and sequence of material additions.
Manufacture products safely and on schedule according to process instructions and quality standards.
Read control instruments accurately and prepare neat, accurate records of operations.
Complete required quality tests to verify final product quality.
Support efficient, uninterrupted production; monitor equipment and report production information accurately and promptly.
Identify and facilitate process improvements.
Maintain records for production, raw material deliveries, quality samples, and equipment and process performance.
Prepare product packaging for further production or final customer shipment according to department specifications.
Ensure proper operation, maintenance, and cleanliness of laboratory instruments.
Follow relevant requirements and internal safety guidelines.
Maintain plant housekeeping and a clean, safe, and clutter-free work environment.
Understand and apply relevant QSHE requirements, emergency preparedness and response, the Corporate Sustainability Policy, and the Integrated Management System.
Perform other duties as assigned.