Production Operator - 3rd shift

LyondellBasell North America•Akron, OH

About The Position

The Production Operator monitors and operates plant process equipment used in manufacturing. The operator evaluates unit operating status and troubleshoots processes and equipment to maximize reliability and quality production. The role documents operating parameters, communicates with colleagues inside and outside the department, monitors maintenance activities, and performs minor maintenance. The position receives direction from a supervisor and may receive support from process specialists, maintenance, and technical personnel. This is a third-shift position, with hours from midnight to 8 a.m. The work includes operating and maintaining production equipment, handling materials and packaging finished products, completing quality tests and production records, and working in varied indoor and outdoor conditions while using required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

At least 6 months of previous experience in a production or manufacturing position.
High school diploma or GED at the time of application.
Availability to work overtime or weekends on short notice as needed.
Ability to read and interpret documents, write routine correspondence, and speak English to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
Basic mathematics and computer skills.
Ability to follow written and verbal operating and LOTO procedures.
Ability to work proactively and support other personnel and departments.
Ability to multitask, work independently, and contribute to a team.
Excellent attendance habits.
Must submit to pre-employment screening, including employment history verification, a background check, a physical, and urine drug screening.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to stand for up to 12 hours and perform walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, twisting, and lifting at least 55 pounds.
Willingness and ability to comply with respiratory fit testing.
Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions, including heat, cold, dust, strong odors, and loud noise, while using personal protective equipment.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders, work at heights of 300 feet or more, and work in confined spaces.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including long pants, long sleeves, steel-toed boots, gloves, a hard hat, safety goggles, earplugs, and a respirator.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical inclination is preferred.
SAP experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Comply with safety requirements and participate in safety talks, behavioral-based safety observations, audits, and other safety activities.
Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot equipment used in daily manufacturing.
Perform changeovers and disassemble, assemble, and clean machinery.
Follow daily production run schedules, resolve quality issues, and promptly report unresolved issues.
Stage packaging areas; manually lift and load materials weighing 55 pounds or more into equipment; bag or box finished product and prepare it for shipment and distribution.
Operate a forklift to move raw materials and finished products to designated areas.
Use hand tools to degate or deflash materials.
Empty trash and waste into a compactor or dumpster.
Organize, handle, weigh, and measure raw materials.
Follow standard operating and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures for assigned tasks.
Perform standard quality-control tests and accurately record production data.
Perform applicable equipment maintenance, including preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
Maintain a clean work environment and keep tools and equipment in their proper locations and storage units.
Maintain communication with others inside and outside the department and monitor maintenance activities.