Production Team Member (Chemical Operator)

Qualigence International

Chardon, OH

Full-Time

Production Team Member (Chemical Operator)

General Summary of Position:

The Production Team Member will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the production equipment in the plant. This includes; staging, processing, sampling, labeling, filtering, and filling of products. The Production team member will accurately document and maintain production parameters and promptly report any issues that may arise to either the Production Leads and/or Production Supervisor.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintains safety, quality, and compliance in accordance with departmental policies and procedures
Plans accordingly to ensure all assigned tasks are completed on time
Documents and maintains production parameters and related information to ensure adherence to the production batch sheet
Stages materials for processing
Documents all start and end times (i.e. cycle times)
Operates pumps, mixers, filters and related processing equipment
Provides samples to quality department for testing
Labels materials correctly
Cleans materials for processing and handling equipment
Uses, cleans, and stores Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) properly
Looks for ways to continuously improve processes and/or equipment to improve overall quality, efficiency, and safety
Maintains a clean and organized working environment
Completes other job duties as assigned

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED required
1-3 years-experience in a manufacturing and/or production environment preferred
Experience in chemical manufacturing a plus
Must be able to work with hazardous chemicals
Able to work overtime (including weekends) when required
Strong math skills
Ability or willingness to learn how to read gauges and readouts
Motivated towards safety, productivity improvements, and overall quality awareness
Able to lift 50 pounds, climb stairs, kneel, stoop, sit, and walk extensively
Must be able to wear all appropriate personal protective equipment (i.e. gloves, safety glasses, respirators etc.)
Accurately and consistently enter data
High degree of attention to detail
Works effectively without constant or direct supervision or guidance
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Willingness to learn new tools and systems
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet aggressive deadlines
Can work independently and collaboratively as a team member to meet goals
Meets or exceeds our internal and external customers' expectations consistently
Ability to be positive during difficult or challenging situations