Production Specialist WG

INNOVATIVE CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGIES INC•Cartersville, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Specialist is responsible for executing the production schedule, ensuring equipment readiness, monitoring batch processes, and accurately documenting all production activities. This role involves hands-on operation of production equipment, quality control checks, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment. The specialist will also assist in training new hires and cross-training as needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of experience working in a production manufacturing environment.
Ability to understand and apply safe handling procedures of all materials used in a production area.
Ability to understand SDS (Safety Data Sheets) and batch sheets.
Ability to apply general understanding to carry out written and verbal instructions.
Basic computer skills and ability to navigate through multiple screens effectively.
Basic math skills: ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and compute ratio, rate, and percentages.
Ability to handle pressure and think clearly in all situations.
Must be organized and able to multitask effectively.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
Must have initiative and the ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to see closely and at distances, have good depth perception, peripheral vision, and ability to see color clearly.

Responsibilities

Receive and review the production schedule from the Production Supervisor at the start of the shift.
Review production Batch Sheets and SOPs prior to beginning each batch.
Pull samples from vessels and sample ports for lab analysis.
Ensure equipment is clean and prepared to operate.
Verify reactor integrity and cleanliness.
Report any issues with equipment in a timely manner.
Verify inventory levels to ensure adequate raw materials are available.
Stage raw materials according to specifications.
Produce batches, actively monitoring the process via computer and manual controls (temperature, pressure, vacuum, gages).
Address and report any deviations or concerns in a timely manner.
Visually inspect equipment and notify maintenance and supervisor of issues requiring attention.
Ensure equipment is clean and ready for the next batching process upon completion of each batch.
Complete Batch Sheets properly, recording raw material name and lot number(s) used, temperatures, pressures, vacuum, time for each processing step, time for QC approval, batch yield, and volume of waste generated. Review for accuracy and quality.
Document and report any batch issues and/or concerns in a timely manner.
Stage packaging, package, label, and place finished product on appropriate pallets, and load finished product into trucks.
Assist in the training of new hires when applicable.
Maintain process area and general work area organized, clean, and free of safety hazards.
Follow company policies and safety guidelines at all times, including the use of PPE.
Report any safety hazards and/or concerns in a timely manner.
Cross-train when assigned, and when time permits and approval is received if not assigned.
Maintain a good team-working relationship with supervisor and co-workers.
Maintain updated and accurate knowledge of procedures, programs, and processes and follow as written.
Complete all on-line and classroom training assigned in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned based on the needs of the business.