Evaporation Operator

Job Responsibilities & Duties

• Housekeeping including regular work areas and storage areas.
• Take required samples and deliver them to the QA lab and communicate with the QA lab for results, test the product BRIX for solids content.
• Communicate with previous shift, relief, supervision and other operators to exchange information on process conditions and other pertinent issues.
• Informs supervision of any unusual changes in process conditions, mechanical or electrical failures or malfunctions, unsafe conditions, etc.
• Responsible for checking equipment to make sure it is working properly, cleans out equipment periodically and prepares equipment for product change.
• Compliance with all Safety, Environmental and Operating Standards.
• Report any Safety concerns to the Plant Manager as soon as they are identified.
• Ensure plant equipment is operating at maximum efficiency.
• General maintenance such as lubricating equipment and changing gaskets.
• Self-starter and effective communicator with the ability to interact with plant personnel on a daily basis.
• Proven multi-tasking skills and the ability to work independently in a team environment.
• Know proper established start up and shut down procedures.
• Check inside of effects for buildup, and react accordingly to findings. (Inform supervisor of any problems during CIP of unit).
• Inspect sifter screen, magnet and report to supervisor any concerns.
• Test CIP solution strengths and log on CIP log.
• Service pumps and valves as needed and/or per preventative maintenance.
• Aid in the training of new personnel.
• Immediately report any damage to supervisor, irregular activity, or unsafe conditions concerning the equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Demonstrates ability to work independently as well as work within a team environment. Demonstrates teamwork by cooperating with and assisting coworkers as needed.
• Demonstrates ability to work under pressure, in stressful situations and with frequent interruptions.
• Adapts well to change.
• Effectively present information one-on-one and small group situations to customers or other employees
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with international business partners, specifically German, a plus.
• Adept in use of MS Office, particularly Outlook, Excel and Word, and ideally Power Point to basic level.
• Experienced with order processing software, preferably SAP.
• Able to perform business math calculations.
• Good typing skills (60 words per minute; 10-key).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.