Perlite Operator operates multiple production units, monitor control systems, and troubleshoots basic process issues with limited supervision.
Responsibilities
- Safety & Compliance: Prioritize safety through regular inspections, adherence to standards, and maintaining clean work environments.
- Operations Management: Follow standard procedures, monitor production processes, and adjust as needed to meet demand.
- Quality Assurance: Conduct testing to ensure products meet required specifications.
- System & Data Management: Use production software to record and track operational data.
- Process Improvement: Continuously inspect and optimize processes for reliability and efficiency.
- Maintenance Support: Assist with minor equipment maintenance and upkeep.
- Team Coordination: Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to align on goals and ensure smooth operations.
- Experience in manufacturing, preferred Working safely is first priority
- Ensures that the perlite plant operates according to Standard Operating Procedures and meets demand
- Conduct thorough QC testing of process and finished composite samples. Ensures product meets quality specifications.
- Utilization of JDE software to enter production receipts and finished code data
- Ensure Perlite Unit GMP's are adhered to.
- Drive process reliability and process optimization improvements through continuous inspection and monitoring of process conditions, record readings and make necessary adjustments.
- Conduct workplace inspections focusing on any potential safety hazards. Ensure housekeeping standards are met and all areas are maintained in a clean and professional manner.
- Support minor maintenance activities within Perlite unit.
- Maintain high level communication with Perlite Foreman to ensure efficiency and meeting all plant goals.
- Additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- High level of safety and quality
- 1+ years in a process manufacturing environment and strong technical and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to multi-task at a fast-pace (at times), work in outside conditions during all seasons, climb multi-levels by stairs & ladders, work from elevated platforms, use hand tools (shovel, hammer, wrenches, etc.)
- Good problem-solving skills
- Mine Safety and Health (MSHA) Knowledge - Preferred
- Forklift experience - Preferred
- Computer Software - Preferred
- Warehouse experience - Preferred
