Rover Operator (2nd Shift)

KIK Consumer Products•Westlake, LA

23h

About The Position

The Rover Operator oversees daily operation of high-speed tablet press equipment and related production activities for tablet production lines, ensuring operational efficiency and support for production objectives. This relief position works in a chemical manufacturing environment and requires strict compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), hazardous material handling requirements, and company health, safety, and environmental policies. The stated second shift runs from 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The position has a base starting hourly rate of $24.50, plus a $0.50 shift differential. The role supports production operations, equipment setup and changeovers, product quality checks, documentation, routine inspections, housekeeping, and coordination with Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams. It also supports safe work practices, emergency response, operator training, and continuous improvement. Flexible scheduling may include nights, weekends, overtime, and on-call responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Ability to wear respiratory protective equipment for extended periods while operating a forklift.
Ability to speak and understand verbal instructions while wearing a respirator to communicate effectively with coworkers and monitor equipment.
Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and call-outs as required to support continuous manufacturing operations.
Ability to wear SCBA gear during emergency situations.
Good communication skills and ability to function in a team environment.
Ability to follow oral or written instructions, established procedures, work rules, and standards.
Must successfully pass pre-employment requirements, including a physical examination, functional capacity assessment, and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, or production environments is preferred.
Experience in a chemical manufacturing setting is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Support daily operation of high-speed tablet press equipment and associated production systems to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing operations.
Support production activities and provide guidance, training, and support to operators to achieve production, quality, and safety objectives.
Review and interpret production schedules, batch records, and work orders to ensure requirements, specifications, and deadlines are met.
Monitor equipment performance and product quality, adjusting processes as needed to maintain efficiency and compliance.
Perform equipment setup, changeovers, troubleshooting, and minor maintenance to reduce downtime and support productivity.
Accurately complete production documentation, batch records, quality records, equipment logs, and operational reports.
Conduct routine equipment inspections and operational rounds, document process parameters, and identify improvement opportunities.
Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams to resolve equipment issues, quality concerns, and process deviations.
Collect and evaluate process samples for compliance with quality standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements.
Complete product changeovers, cleaning activities, and line clearances in accordance with established procedures.
Prepare equipment for maintenance by performing decontamination, lockout/tagout, and isolation procedures as required.
Maintain housekeeping standards and ensure proper handling, storage, recycling, and reintroduction of materials into the manufacturing process.
Promote and enforce compliance with GMP, SOPs, safety regulations, and company policies.
Participate in safety programs, training, audits, and continuous improvement activities.
Respond appropriately to equipment malfunctions, process upsets, power outages, spills, and emergencies, using emergency response equipment when required.
Serve as a subject matter expert in tablet press operations and support operational excellence through coaching, problem-solving, and process improvement.
Support a high-volume manufacturing operation with flexible scheduling, including nights, weekends, overtime, and on-call responsibilities as needed.
Perform other duties and assignments as directed by the supervisor.