Production Operator 1

Job Description

Job Description

Summary :

Assists with raw material staging, equipment operation, plant maintenance, and preparation of finished goods.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Drops, sterilizes and operates filter presses
• Assists with loading of Raw Materials utilizing the Wilden pump from the operations floor
• Assists with processing, evaporations and other production related responsibilities as requested
• Maintains the cleanliness of the facility, equipment and containers
• Operates a forklift, highlift, and pallet truck, as needed
• Proficient in drum filling, following sterile guidelines, drum rolling and palletizing
• Checks labeling and container weight accuracy
• Follows special handling procedures and safety requirements when working with caustic, acidic and flammable chemicals
• Performs general repairs and maintenance as needed

Competency :

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies : Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification. Written Communication - Able to read and interpret written information. Adaptability - Able to deal with delays, or unexpected events. Attendance / Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Quantity - Meets productivity standards. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Experience :

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 2-5 years mechanical experience.

Language Ability :

Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences.

Math Ability :

Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.

Reasoning Ability :

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills :

Some computer skills may be needed.

Certificates and Licenses :

Fork Lift Operator Certificate

Supervisory Responsibilities :

This job has no direct reports

Work Environment :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 55 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.

1st, 2nd or 3rd shift. Schedule for 2nd and 3rd shift is Monday-Thursday, four (4) ten hour days.