What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator position at Omya Inc.?
Key Accountabilities Production Duties Execute manufacturing process by operating designated production equipment. Select intermediates or raw materials, move and load it into production machines. Understand bill of materials and/or formula specifications, so the proper quantities of materials are added in the proper sequence. Manufacture product in a safe and timely manner and according to predefined process instructions to meet specific quality standards. Accurately read control instruments, prepare neat & accurate records for all operations as required. Responsible for completion of all quality test requirements to verify final product quality. Ensure efficient, uninterrupted production and identify and facilitate process improvements, monitor equipment and report production information in a complete, accurate and timely manner. Keep records for production, raw material deliveries, quality samples and equipment and process performance. Prepare product packaging for next step in production or for final shipment to customer according to department specifications. Ensure proper operation, maintenance and cleanliness of various laboratory instruments. Work in accordance with all relevant requirements and internal safety guidelines. Perform other duties as assigned. Quality, Safety, Health and Environment Responsible for housekeeping in the plant and maintaining a clean, safe and clutter free work environment. Know the significant quality, safety & health, and environmental (QSHE) aspects/ impacts associated with work, including relevant legal/ other requirements and emergency preparedness and response. Understand and use the Corporate Sustainability Policy and the Integrated Management System (IMS) as guidance to continuously improve the QSHE aspects of job. Solid line(s) to Production Supervisor Dotted line(s) to None Number of direct reports n/a Number of total reports n/a Number of dotted line(s) reports n/a Performance Measures Productivity, QSHE rules, no quality claim. Other requirements Good command of both oral and written local language is required. Internal contacts Warehouse and Distribution teamProduction team External contacts Education High school diploma or equivalent education required Experience 5 years of industrial / manufacturing experience in a chemical or related field. Experience in a maintenance role for a manufacturing or related operation. Knowledge and skills Computer skills and laboratory experience are preferred.Basic chemistry knowledge preferred.Ability to communicate efficiently verbally and in writing with coworkers, supervisors and customers.Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, and weekends, including operating facility alone on nights and weekends.Ability to work inside and occasionally outside exposed to heat, cold, dirt, and noise. #LI-DNI Omya is a leading global producer of industrial minerals and a worldwide distributor of specialty materials. Our company was founded 140 years ago and remains a privately-owned, independent company headquartered in Switzerland but with offices and plants in more than 50 countries. When you join Omya, you become part of a global team that uses its creativity, expertise and experience to make a difference to people's lives. Thinking of Tomorrow means focusing on the challenges of the future and how we can develop mineral products to solve them. This is a collaborative environment where people work towards common goals, with a common purpose Our purpose, combined with our values of modesty, courtesy, integrity and perseverance, is the foundation of our business. Our values are relevant to our lives, not just our work. All Omya employees, partners and suppliers are bound by a Code of Conduct which reflects our values and guides our behavior.
