Production Operator

Job Summary The Process Operator is responsible for running all manufacturing-owned operations within the Lignin production process, operating support equipment and following standards and procedures for the Plant to ensure maximum production quantity and quality. This includes responsibility for operation/manipulation of equipment and controls to carry out procedures, and completion of in-process analytical data for process decisions and verification, while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of the company. This role requires the understanding of all critical aspects of Safety, Quality and Production to effectively monitor and execute needed actions as well as train/support peers as required. Responsibilities • · Participate in safety, health and environmental programs and adhere to safety and quality protocols including, but not limited to, wearing PPE to protect associate from potential hazards. · Support and assist management in further developing best practices for production operation procedures and standards. · Operate various equipment and instrumentation safely and with little supervision. Equipment may include but is not limited to: forklift, scissor lift, tanks, sensors, transmitters, valves and pumps. · Responsible for start-up, shut down, lock-out/tag-out and continuous monitoring and improvement of production process, controls and alarms. · Sample, test and record process and product values as required by quality procedures and standards. · Perform preventative maintenance activities to ensure plant cleanliness and assist maintenance technicians in performing maintenance and repairs. · Monitors, controls, and records plant operations and failures. · Participate in shift-turnover meetings and monitoring defined shift Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) with Shift Supervisor. · Assist peers with technical training and support defined continuous improvement activities and Kaizen events. · Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner. · Assist warehousing and packaging departments, and Shift Supervisor as needed. Ability to work rotating shifts (including weekends and holidays) and willingness to work overtime when needed Requirements · 2-5 years related work experience · High school diploma (or similar), with relevant work experience Effectively work and communicate using the English language · Participate in safety, health and environmental programs and adhere to safety and quality protocols including, but not limited to, wearing PPE to protect associate from potential hazards. · Support and assist management in further developing best practices for production operation procedures and standards. · Operate various equipment and instrumentation safely and with little supervision. Equipment may include but is not limited to: forklift, scissor lift, tanks, sensors, transmitters, valves and pumps. · Responsible for start-up, shut down, lock-out/tag-out and continuous monitoring and improvement of production process, controls and alarms. · Sample, test and record process and product values as required by quality procedures and standards. · Perform preventative maintenance activities to ensure plant cleanliness and assist maintenance technicians in performing maintenance and repairs. · Monitors, controls, and records plant operations and failures. · Participate in shift-turnover meetings and monitoring defined shift Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) with Shift Supervisor. · Assist peers with technical training and support defined continuous improvement activities and Kaizen events. · Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner. · Assist warehousing and packaging departments, and Shift Supervisor as needed. Ability to work rotating shifts (including weekends and holidays) and willingness to work overtime when needed. Preferred Qualifications: · Experience in related field of Bio-Fuel or Chemical processing; or in an automated industrial/manufacturing environment · Demonstrated skills in team improvement activities, problem-solving and training others · Knowledge of Distributed Control Systems (DCS operations); Delta V or similar · Lean manufacturing knowledge or related certification(s) Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $22.88 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • On-the-job training • Paid time off • Prescription drug insurance • Profit sharing • Referral program • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Work Location: In person