Production Technician - CAC

Bayer•Muscatine, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The CAC Technician focuses on setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing production. Operates machines or equipment, setting up and adjusting factors such as temperature, pressure, flow, and material reactions. Manually controls the unit or operates it via a control system. Runs up and shut down production facilities, including product changeover activities. Cleans and decontaminates equipment. Maintains housekeeping of the workplace. Drives forklifts. Conducts routine analytics and takes samples. Coordinates equipment maintenance and repairs with the technical team. Documents and communicate work results during shift handovers. Technicians are responsible for the production of quality technical materials, intermediates, or formulated products in a safe and efficient manner. They use knowledge of products, raw materials, and operating procedures to control equipment that processes substances into specified products.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED with at least that level in reading comprehension, writing, and math.
Basic knowledge of and ability to use information technology systems and applications.
Willingness to climb with the ability to perform elevated work utilizing portable ladders and fall protection equipment.
Position involves repetitive motion and/or repetitive lifting to 60 lbs.
Able to work rotating shift, including required overtime hours and weekends to support the business needs.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing or Agriculture operations experience, Military, or similar experience.
Good mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
Personal focus on safety, teamwork, and adaptability
Strong written & verbal communication skills and the ability to listen
Able to work without direct supervision in a diverse team environment.
Willing and able to use computer control/display screens, process pumps and equipment, various hand tools, fork trucks, full-face respirator, self-contained breathing apparatus, and level A suits

Responsibilities

Responsible for the safe operation of chemical processing equipment.
Read and understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
Stages raw and finished materials.
Takes required samples during production process.
Decontaminates equipment and piping for maintenance or disposal.
Utilizes Personal Protective Equipment Matrix.
Maintains inventories of disposable, production, and safety related materials.
Recognizes material compatibilities.
Conducts charging and filling operations.
Maintains plant Hazard Communication labeling program.
Performs general housekeeping duties throughout the area.
Assists in product changeover activities.
Responsible for plant/unit operations and safety equipment.
Recognizes and operates basic process elements.
RCRA hazardous waste regulations, waste determinations, waste codes, and how to immediately communicate discovery of spills and leaks.
Handles waste and other contaminated trash per SOP.
Responsible for labeling, inspection, and recordkeeping requirements to accumulate waste in satellite accumulation areas, containers, and tanks.
Operates shuttle wagon and radio communication during rail movement operations.