Production Operator - 1st Shift Job

Reports directly to the Department Production Supervisor

Reports indirectly to the Department Lead Operator and/or Shift Lead Operator

Job dimensions

· Responsible for the safe operation of manufacturing equipment to produce high performance chemical adhesives.

· Perform in-process laboratory testing to satisfy intermediate and finished product requirements.

· Compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.

Activities

· Operates all equipment within your respective department, (such as pressure vessels, Mixers, Blenders, Extruders, Coaters etc.)

· Follow proper procedures for the handling, storage and transfer of hazardous material.

· Performs Preventive Maintenance tasks as required.

· Responsible for accurate batch sheet administration and retain sample collection.

· Assist in updating documentation as required.

· Assist in other areas in Manufacturing, as needed and trained.

· Conduct cycle counts, as required.

· Operates fork truck and material handling equipment.

· Fills out maintenance Work Orders in the event of foreseen mechanical problems.

· Responsible for incident reporting and communications.

· Use of computer for batch processing, data entry and training

Context and Environment

· Bostik is an OSHA Process Safety Management facility and our process involves highly hazardous chemicals. All PPE requirements must be followed at all times.

· Works collaboratively with fellow department employees to solve problems and to ensure quality products are produced.

· Work in a fast paced production environment where safety, accuracy, and attention to detail is required

· Works with minimal supervision.

Accountabilities

· Practice safe work habits in accordance with OSHA and EPA guidelines.

· Follows written instructions and standard operating procedures to manufacture quality products

· Maintains good housekeeping practices.

· Complete all mandatory company safety training requirements: 4S, Safety Observations, Pure Safety

· Document all activities in batch sheet and/or batch run sheet to document and communicate progress

· Understand equipment failures and put actions in place to improve and prevent repeat issues

· Responsiveness to internal departments and customers along with problem solving and learning

· Operators are responsible for data entry in systems tracking plant measurables

· Responsible for completion of assigned daily tasks

Qualifications / Experience required

· High school diploma or higher education preferred.

· Demonstrates a good Safe work practice and involvement in Safety programs.

· Experience in manufacturing operations is preferred.

· Committed to concepts of Operator driven in-plant lab testing, Autonomous & Preventive maintenance, Problem Solving on the Shop Floor, 5S, etc.

· Good written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

· Experienced in working within a team environment.

· Adaptable to change and can lead change

· Good analytical and problem solving skills

· Good Leadership skills