Retort Process Operator

The Clorox Company•Belle, MO
•Onsite

About The Position

The primary function of the Retort Process OP is to provide fill-in support for the SR Retort Process Operator and/or Dozer Operator. This position will work in a self-managing environment in monitoring and attending the operations of the retort and its ancillary equipment in order to manufacture retort char and perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Requirements

  • Understands and performs basic math (without the aid of a calculator).
  • Performs complex math problems (with the aid of a calculator) and understand the relationship between various parameters within a system.
  • Uses writing skills to communicate a concept in complete and understandable sentences.
  • Reads and comprehends written material, charts, and graphs to produce and communicate information.
  • Demonstrates ability to communicate verbally, express concepts, and provide feedback.
  • Ability to send/receive email and attachments.
  • Demonstrates the use of MS Office including Word, Exel, and Outlook(email).
  • Understand the use of Zontec; data entry and SPC.
  • Demonstrate the use of SAP; production entry, reversal, goods receipts, and PM notifications.
  • Knows and understands the use of basic power and hand tools.
  • Understand basic industrial electricity.
  • Understands and repairs basic drive components of conveying systems.
  • Basic welding, cutting, and metal fabrication skills.
  • Metal preparation
  • Welder set up
  • Welding techniques
  • Torch set up
  • Torch adjustment
  • Cutting techniques
  • Storing of torch
  • Safety record (last 12 months).
  • Attendance record(utilizing employee handbook policy).
  • Work record (last 12 months).
  • Team Building Skills
  • Safely lift and move heavy objects.
  • Capable of working in high places.
  • Work rotating shifts on a 7-day, 24-hour per day schedule.
  • Be flexible on scheduling vacation.
  • Travel and be away from home for short periods of time for training.
  • Complete required myLearning assignments in a timely manner.
  • Understand and participate in department Journey Map activities.
  • Support plant WCO activities as needed. May include WPO, Centerlining, IM
  • Understand and support plant environmental requirements.
  • Capability to learn how to coordinate internal and external plant emergency response procedures.
  • Ability to meet quality standards and utilize plant resources when necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Provide backup to the SR Retort Process Operator and Dozer Operator to maintain current level of operation. When not providing such backup, will work shifts and perform duties as required.
  • Perform char quality tests, including all analytical work to maintain the char quality to meet targeted finished charcoal specifications and briquetting’s requirements.
  • Provide the outside process and equipment information and feedback to the SR Retort Process Operator, Retort Operational Resource, and Dozer Operator.
  • Make inspections and checks of equipment operations for the correction of variances from standard (e.g., operations, safety, environmental, finished products, etc.).
  • Perform preventive maintenance work, act to correct malfunctions, write work orders, perform other maintenance work (e.g., assisting maintenance personnel, troubleshooting, breakdown repairs, shutdown repairs, special projects, participate on improvement teams, Kaizens, AM’s, etc.).
  • Responsible for maintaining department housekeeping standards.
  • Insure the maintenance of a productive and harmonious work environment by promoting the teamwork concept; and perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Generous 401(k) program in the US and similar programs in international
  • Health benefits and programs that support both your physical and mental well-being
  • Flexible work environment, depending on your role
  • Meaningful opportunities to keep learning and growing
  • Half-day Fridays, depending on your location
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