What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator position at J6 Polymers LLC?
Job Summary
The primary responsibility of a Production Operator is the safe and effective operation of chemical processing and handling equipment required for the manufacture of J6 chemical products according to standard operating procedures. Additional responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, chemical loading, unloading and packaging, quality testing, equipment inspection and maintenance, and shipping and receiving support. Flexible availability is preferred. Training for this position will occur during 1st shift (7:00AM-3:30PM). This position will transition to a full-time 2nd shift position regularly scheduled M-F 1:00PM-9:30PM. Hours may change based on the production schedule including weekends and overtime hours are available and expected to be worked when needed.
Position Qualifications:
- High School or GED (minimum requirement)
- Experience in a chemical or manufacturing environment
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Capable of using Outlook Email and Microsoft Office programs
- Physically able to perform job duties (climb stairs and ladders, carry up to 50lbs, etc.)
- Extended periods of standing and walking
- Ability to wear all required PPE equipment to meet safety requirements including but not limited to respirators, chemical resistant clothing, hard hats, steel-toed footwear, protective eye protection and more.
Principle Responsibilities:
- All work will need to be in accordance with J6 safety and quality standards, ISO 9001 and OSHA policies and procedures
- Maintain a safe work environment that meets J6 expectations of cleanliness and neatness
- Safely operate and monitor chemical processing equipment including but not limited to chemical reactors, mixing tanks, storage tanks, distillation equipment, heating/cooling equipment
- Production of J6 Polymers products
- Packaging finished products
- Work interdependently with all departments to manufacture the highest quality products.
- Loading/Unloading Shipments
- General maintenance and upkeep on facilities and equipment
- Operate Forklift, Scissor Lift, and various other heavy equipment
- Inventory Assistance
Benefits available include
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Matching
- Short Term/Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
- PTO
- Differential pay (weekends, evenings, holidays)
- Potential for year-end bonus available
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 2nd shift: 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM (Training may be required during 1st shift 7AM-3:30PM)
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Forklift Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Genoa, IL 60135 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Genoa, IL 60135: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Pay: $22.60 - $26.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 4% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $26