What are the responsibilities and job description for the Unit Operator - 3rd Shift position at Teknor Apex Company?
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- On a daily basis, keeps work area clean including equipment, floors, boxes, trash.
- On a daily basis keeps accurate records and notes on production sheets.
- On a daily basis, follow test procedures on finished goods and record results that may include; melt flow, specific gravity, hardness (test stand and handheld), etc.
- On a daily basis, adhere to proper and safe fork truck operation.
- On a daily basis, communicate with shift leaders about processing problems and be able to troubleshoot and make necessary/permitted adjustments to fix them as well as document and communicate adjustments according to protocol.
- On a daily basis, be able to take apart, clean, and reassemble equipment.
- On a daily basis, assist line mixer and other line operators when needed.
- Additional duties as required/requested.
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This role is a full-time position within our production department where we have a team approach to manufacturing. Timely and Regular attendance is crucial to your success and the safety of the team. The regular hours of the role are 2:45 PM to 11:00 PM or 10:45 PM to 7:00 AM.
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There is mandatory overtime associated with the role depending upon the needs of the business because, with team-based manufacturing, production areas must be manned for worker safety and may continue beyond the end of a scheduled shift or may require additional overtime hours outside of normal shift schedule.
SKILLS
- Safe and responsible operation of manufacturing equipment
- Basic math skills
- Ability to troubleshoot processing problems
- Ability to follow and understand set-up sheets
- Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Attention to quality and detail
EXPERIENCE
- Prior manufacturing experience preferred
- Forklift experience a plus