Chief Operator for TPO membrane Line（Houston TPO Plant)

Job Purpose

Responsible for the equipment debugging, operation, production optimization, equipment maintenance, quality control, and data analysis of the TPO production line. Ensures the smooth and stable operation of the line to produce qualified products, and assists process personnel in resolving sudden production incidents.

Job Responsibilities

1 Equipment Debugging & Process Optimization

(1)Responsible for the debugging and parameter setting of the production line (e.g., extruder, cooling system, traction machine, etc.) to ensure product thickness, width, and appearance meet process quality standards；

(2)Adjust process parameters such as processing temperature, pressure, and speed based on process requirements and raw material characteristics to optimize production efficiency；

(3)Resolve technical issues during production (e.g., sheet bubbles, stripes, dimensional deviations, etc.) and propose improvement plans；

(4)Perform daily equipment maintenance (e.g., lubrication, cleaning, component replacement) to prevent equipment failures and extend service life.

2 Quality Control & Data Analysis

(1)Monitor production quality, perform First sample Inspection and record data to ensure products meet customer requirements；

(2)Verify key indicators of raw materials arriving at the factory to ensure they meet process requirements；

(3)Analyze production data (e.g., scrap rate, energy consumption) and propose suggestions for cost reduction and efficiency improvement；

(4)Monitor and analyze electrical and mechanical data of the production line, and timely provide feedback on equipment operating status.

3 Team Collaboration & Training

(1)Assist in the execution of production plans and cooperate with other departments to complete urgent orders or special tasks；

(2)Receive product technical training from product engineers and process engineers, and responsible for conveying and implementing the knowledge；

(3)Guide new employees in operating equipment and impart machine tuning experience and process knowledge.

Qualification Requirements

Education & Experience：Engineering majors such as Polymer Materials, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering are preferred. Over two years of experience operating production equipment.

Language Ability：Fluent in English, Spanish language skills a plus.

Professional Skills：

（1）Possess experience in production line machine tuning; familiarity with twin-screw extruder operation is preferred；

（2）Experience in operating production lines for polymer waterproofing membranes, plastic films, or rubber/plastic material molding is preferred；

（3）Possess basic mechanical repair abilities and the ability to read equipment drawings and process flowcharts.

Key Qualities：

（1）Strong adaptability and environmental resilience; responsible; able to adapt to shift work or high-intensity production rhythms；

（2）Strong hands-on ability with the capability to independently operate various types of production equipment；

（3）Possess capability in problem analysis and resolution, as well as good communication and coordination skills.