Description

JOB SUMMARY

Performs a variety of functions across the complex including operation of mix equipment, presses, & extruders, material handling, and performing quality inspections

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Operates equipment remotely via computer and control panels
• Responsible for training new operators on processes and procedures
• Prepares, operates, and adjusts equipment as needed
• Inspects quality of in-process goods with various gauges and tools
• Responsible for shift reports and production paperwork
• Performs necessary material handling

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Special projects and additional duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• N/A

EDUCATION

• N/A

EXPERIENCE

• One year of experience in machine operations, manufacturing, or similar preferred; or equivalent combination of education or experience
• Experience working with computers and common software programs (Microsoft Office, etc)

SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to wear and work in all required PPE
• Know the Safety and PPE equipment required with the situation presented
• Strong problem-solving and logical thinking abilities
• Eligible to possess explosives under the Safe Explosives Act of 2003 (as amended) as required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) 
• Willing to work in an environment that requires a “Safety First” attitude
• Must obey all Safety, Health & Environmental rules/regulations prescribed by regulatory agencies that are incorporated into company policy
• Ability to read and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• On the job training will be required

PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to handle energetic and non-energetic material
• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential job functions of this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Employees will be expected to perform other job functions and duties as may be needed and/or required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The company shall afford equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or membership in any other class protected by an applicable federal, state, local, or foreign anti-discrimination law. The company shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. These regulations also prohibit discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because the employee or applicant inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant.

KILGORE FLARES, LLC maintains a policy to take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are recruited, employed, promoted, demoted, transferred, laid off, terminated, trained, and compensated without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

In this regard, the Company makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities in order to enable them to perform all essential job functions, unless doing so creates an undue hardship.