Production Operator

AHF•Kankakee, IL

12d•$27 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

AHF Products has a job opportunity for a Production Operator to be in Kankakee, IL. Reporting to the Operations Manager and on Shift Team Lead, the Production Operator will be responsible for mixing chemical compounds to form tiles, adding coloration, setting up various equipment that sizes, grinds, handles and transports tiles through forming, shaping, heating, drying, and packaging for warehousing or customer shipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
<1 year of experience in a related environment or equivalent training and/or education.
Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check, employment verification and drug screening.
Positive and verifiable work history.

Responsibilities

Perform operator PM’s
utilization of the computer control systems
perform cold start-ups and shutdowns
assist with die changes
perform daily walk through
Work the material control panel and related equipment
Input formulas for mixing the tile's raw materials
Maintain appropriate levels of raw materials so that work processing runs continuously
Add in defined levels/weights of pigments for controlling colors and pattern schedules
Understand and adhere to daily production schedules
Properly grind and store materials for the sizing and grinding operations
Acquire mastery of the sizing systems components, limitations, and use
Ensure that quality standards are achieved, and rework is minimized
Understand how to use the elevator loads and procedures for moving products
Safety - always follow all safety guidelines: complete monthly safety training; know and use PPE equipment as required; locate, read, and understand MSDS’; follow job safety analysis procedures, follow LOTO rules, etc.
Agree to work with and support the work team as a unit.
Rotate through all the duties of the team unit.â¯
Actively participate in troubleshooting processing problems.