Mill & Mix Operator

Primary Job Responsibilities • Loads scheduled rubber material onto mill by hand & operates mill to remove moisture from rubber stock • Monitors milling equipment to ensure efficient operation & safety; adjusts machine components to regulate speeds, pressures, temperatures & flow of materials • Monitors color and surface characteristics of rubber on every batch & takes required samples; notifies supervisor when product does not meet required standards and/or there is a malfunction with the machinery • Performs cut downs using knife until smooth appearance is achieved on product stock; slabs off, stacks & transports stock, as needed • Cleans rubber from rollers for re-milling; sweeps mill pan at the end of each batch & keep immediate area swept & clean at all times • Records & maintains production data such as quantities, types, dimensions of materials produced, quality, etc. • Other duties as may be assigned by the lead or supervisor Requirements of the Position • Prior production experience with knowledge of materials, company machinery, operating protocols, etc. desired. • Knowledge of company’s safety programs & protocols. Flexible & willing to work OT; excellent attendance. • Exceptional interpersonal, communication & teamwork skills. Ability to follow instructions, understand and follow work rules/procedures & make sound decisions. • Basic math, reading & writing skills are required. Physical Requirements • Ability to stand for long periods of time. • Must be able to lift b/w 50-80 lbs. • Ability to maneuver around an array of machinery. • Use of hands to finger, handle or feel. Color & peripheral vision; depth perception & ability to adjust focus. • Work environment conditions include: • exposure to moving mechanical parts • dust and fumes, • airborne particles and chemicals • extreme heat & loud noise level in some areas of the facility. • Ability to quickly respond to a signal when it appears. • Must be able to wear PPE (half mask respirator, safety glasses, steel toe shoes This position is onsite in San Jose CA, and it is also a Union position.