Systems Operator_RT

ECORE•York, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Systems Operator is responsible for operating 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 materials for different products according to customer orders. The operator ensures product and work-in-process quality and meets production deadlines safely. The role includes setting up and adjusting machinery using computer touch screens and control panels; inspecting equipment and materials; performing quality-control sieve analysis, bulk-density testing, and flow-rate checks; completing production documentation, inventory, and data entry; and ensuring correct customer packaging. The operator also moves materials using forklifts and skid steer loaders, performs general preventive maintenance and housekeeping, may jockey trailers between docks, and assists with SOP development and cross-training. Attendance at departmental, production, safety, and Company meetings is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or four years of machine-operator or manufacturing experience.
English fluency, including the ability to read, write, and speak English.
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.
Comfort with data entry and basic computer skills.
Safety-conscious approach and ability to carry out work responsibilities safely.
Ability to work overtime to meet operational requirements.
Ability to safely perform the physical requirements and demands of the role.
A valid driver's license is required to jockey trailers.

Nice To Haves

Past manufacturing experience operating equipment of similar complexity.
Front-end loader experience.
ERP experience.
Valid driver's license is preferred; it is required to jockey trailers.

Responsibilities

Operate production machinery systems with minimal supervision, including setup, troubleshooting, adjustment, and general preventive maintenance.
Inspect machinery and materials, conduct required ASTM sieve testing, and check materials throughout production for foreign contaminants.
Perform production documentation, data entry, inventory tasks, bulk-density tests, and product flow-rate checks.
Follow proper customer packaging requirements.
Operate forklifts and skid steer loaders to move and transport raw materials; complete required equipment checks and maintenance, including beginning-of-shift PM forms and end-of-shift fueling and cleanup.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area through ongoing housekeeping and participation in the departmental 6S program.
Empty assigned wood, trash, and cardboard dumpsters when full; keep tools and housekeeping equipment in designated areas; and prepare and clean walking floors as needed.
Communicate production or product-quality changes to the shift or department lead, submit maintenance work orders, and explain or troubleshoot general mechanical issues when needed.
Participate in pre-shift stretching, review the operations board, understand machinery functions and production preparations, adapt to changing assignments, use appropriate PPE, and conduct pre-operation safety checks.
Jockey trailers to and from docks using a yard spotter tractor.
Cross-train in other job functions and assist other departments as needed.
Attend departmental, production, safety, and Company meetings.