Production Operator Job

-    Reports to a Production Supervisor 

JOB DIMENSIONS

-    Responsible for manufacturing custom chemicals that are used in fertilizer & mining, industrial minerals, and road construction. 
-    Shift schedule rotates days, nights, and weekends – 12-hour shifts – 6am/pm-6pm/am, overtime may be required depending on demands of the business
-    Advises, consults, and coordinates with: Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and Truck Drivers

ACTIVITIES

-    Load/unload products from/to bulk storage tanks, Department of Transportation (DOT) regulated tank trailers, overseas shipping containers, railcars, totes, and drums
-    Connect/disconnect hoses, open/close valves and transfer products using liquid pumping systems
-    Use a Distrusted Control System (DCS) computer system to monitor chemical processes
-    Depending on business demand operators may be required to work more than one area during a shift. 
-    Use basic math to verify proper chemical formula ratios
-    Troubleshoot equipment and processes
-    Complete paperwork, sign Bill of Landings, document material transfers, placard vessels for safe transportation of product.
-    Calculate, manage, and document the transfer of products to maintain acceptable inventory levels
-    Climb on ladders to secure and open dome lids on tank trailers, shipping containers, and railcars. 
-    Follows all established safety rules and procedures required by ArrMaz and OSHA Standards
-    Performs Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) as required
-    Enters work orders into computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to ensure equipment remains in good working order
-    Keep work area clean by completing routine housekeeping duties. 

CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT

-    Position based in Mulberry, Florida
-    Working environment is in a chemical facility. Must be comfortable with outdoor working conditions, routinely exposed to the elements. Frequent walking in a large production facility. 
-    Must be able to safely perform all the duties of the job
-    Ability to lift 50lbs. repetitively (pulling and connecting hoses)
-    Capable of bending, climbing, stooping, and standing for long periods of time on concrete

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

-    Ability to pass a job-related math exam and job-related DOT placarding exam
-    Ability to read a tape measure
-    Capable of driving a DOT tank trailer transport vehicle and forklift
-    Ability to understand the basics of chemical properties and recognize potential hazards

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
-    High School Diploma or GED equivalent, required
-    Experience in a chemical related field, preferred.
-    Certified Production Technician (CPT) certification, highly desired.
-    Must be able to pass a post-offer/pre-placement drug screen, background check, job-related physical abilities, and pulmonary function test.