Systems Operator_RT

Ecore Talent Team • York, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Systems Operator is responsible for operating Ecore’s product line machinery systems, including the Prequalifying System, Mill Systems 2 and 3, Liberator Line System, Granulation System, Packaging Line System, and Roto-Grind System. These systems clean, size, and refine raw material for different customer products. The operator ensures product and work-in-process quality and meets production deadlines safely, with minimal supervision.

The role includes setting up and adjusting equipment through touch screens and control panels; conducting machinery and material inspections; completing ASTM sieve analysis, bulk density tests, and flow-rate checks; operating forklifts and skid loaders; and moving trailers to and from docks with a yard spotter tractor. Other duties include preventive maintenance, production documentation and data entry, inventory tasks, customer packaging, housekeeping, participation in meetings and pre-shift planning, and cross-training or assisting other departments as needed. The operator communicates production, quality, and equipment issues to leads and maintenance staff and must be able to work overtime to meet operational requirements.

The position is based in a manufacturing environment that may involve high-pressure air, steam or gas, hazardous fumes, extreme temperatures, loud noise, dangerous machinery, dirt, and dust. Required PPE includes safety glasses, steel-toe or composite-toe boots, and earplugs. The role involves prolonged standing and walking, repetitive physical movements, equipment operation, and occasionally moving objects requiring up to 50 pounds of force.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or four years of machine-operator or manufacturing experience.
• English fluency, including reading, writing, and speaking.
• At least six months of powered industrial truck experience.
• Ability to multitask in a stressful environment, pay attention to detail, and adapt to changing demands.
• Ability to read and understand units of measure and perform basic math.
• Basic computer skills and comfort with data entry.
• Safety-conscious approach and ability to carry out work responsibilities safely.
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the role.
• Ability to work overtime to meet operational requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and others about performance and safety concerns.
• Adequate hearing to receive work instructions and respond to changes in the work environment.
• Attention to detail and time-management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing experience operating equipment of similar complexity.
• Front-end loader experience.
• ERP experience.
• Valid driver’s license; required to jockey trailers.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery systems with minimal supervision, including setup, troubleshooting, adjustments, and process control using touch screens, control panels, and mechanical practices.
• Visually inspect machinery and perform general preventive maintenance.
• Conduct required ASTM sieve tests and monitor materials throughout manufacturing for foreign contaminants.
• Complete production documentation, data entry, and inventory tasks.
• Follow customer packaging requirements and perform bulk-density and flow-rate tests.
• Operate forklifts and skid loaders to move and transport raw material; complete required equipment checks and upkeep.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area; participate in the departmental 6S program and complete assigned housekeeping tasks.
• Communicate production or product-quality changes to the shift or department lead.
• Submit maintenance work orders and explain maintenance issues or troubleshoot general mechanical issues when a supervisor or lead is unavailable.
• Participate in pre-shift stretching and planning, review the operations board, and adapt to assigned locations or changing job functions.
• Use appropriate PPE and perform pre-operation safety checks on machinery.
• Jockey trailers to and from docks using a yard spotter tractor.
• Cross-train in other job functions and assist other departments as necessary.
• Attend departmental, production, safety, and Company meetings.
• Work overtime as needed to meet operational requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance coverage.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• PTO hours accrued from Day 1.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunities for development and internal promotions.
• Eco-friendly public transportation via rabbittransit within a two-minute walk.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED