Compounding Operator - 3rd Shift

Compounding Operator, 3rd Shift, Sunday-Thursday, 10pm-6:30am, $18.61/hour plus a $2.00/hour shift differential = $20.61/hour

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QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

High School diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred. Efficient and willingness to perform required work with good attendance and attitude. Understand SOP's relating to the department activities. Good analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills. Must be a team player. Effective communication skills essential - both written and verbal. Must be able to properly fill out time reporting and work order documentation.

• Operate compounding machines to produce products which conform to part print. Assure products meet all quality specifications and are made according to the latest procedures and standards. Set up compounding equipment to produce parts to specification.
• Make batches of resins using detailed formulations and mix sheets, this would also include preblending of materials.
• Accurately fills ribbon blender/drum tumbler with ingredients and amounts indicated on preblend formulation sheets.
• Perform start-up and shutdown, and maintenance of 40mm/60mm compo under line, Banbury Ribbon Blender, and Water System.
• Weigh, package and label finished product according to work order specifications.
• Perform production maintenance on compo under, pellitizer, dryer, and water system.
• Disassemble compo under for screen changes and screen cleaning.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Operate and maintain associated equipment as required for production of compound.
• Sample compound and mold ASTM slabs for each work order as specified.
• Inspect the product for visual defects and initiate corrective actions as required.
• Enter data in CMPC Program.
• Assist in training other employees performing similar tasks on the proper techniques and procedures in order to produce defect free parts.
• Communicate with the other shifts, if applicable, the status of parts, equipment and any other matters that night have an impact on their job.
• Meet Productivity standards on a consistent basis. Escalate issues to management that will affect productivity.
• Purge machines during the changeover process to ensure the machine is ready for the next cycle.
• Suggest work instruction corrections/recommendations to help foster an environment of continuous improvement.

Requires walking, primarily on a level surface throughout the day. May need to climb stairs/steps periodically. May need to stoop or kneel and reach above shoulder heights, below the waist. Lifting as required with proper lifting techniques up to 50 pounds on occasion.

This position is in a clean room environment where the use of personal protective equipment such as hearing protection, safety glasses, and safety shoes are mandated. Noise levels and temperatures may vary due to areas accessed. There is some exposure to dust, fumes, and chemicals such as alcohol.

Schedule:

8 Hour

Shifts:

Sunday-Thursday
3rd Shift - 10pm-6:30am

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