Mixer Purpose of the position: Operate blending machines to blend and mix ingredients into compounds. Duties and Responsibilities:
Operate machine until mixture is blended and unloads mixtures unto appropriate container.
Perform proper changeover
Coordinates and communicate positions with railcar engineer during switches.
Properly hook up hoses to appropriately transfer materials to bins per production schedule.
Monitor transfer rates and pressure to ensure product flow.
Ensure proper disconnect of hoses, valves for car
Follow procedure for receiving rail cars. (Check seals, read BOL)
Collect or prepare measurement, weight, or identification for the purpose of building ingredient requirements to meet work order instructions
Ability to read and interrupt process order work instructions
Communicate effectively both written and orally when requesting materials from shipping
Collect product samples and prepare them for laboratory analysis or testing
Operate for accurate weighing of materials
Ability to assist in root cause analysis when deviations, consumer complaints or out of specifications situations arise
Keep lead and Team Lead informed about problems, potential issues and status of work in progress, including any supply shortages.
Assist in training new employees when needed.
Document production attributes relevant for batch requirements
Must be familiar with RF handheld applications to execute logistic movements and material inquiries
Enter batch confirmation into SAP to confirm the delivery of goods
Keep work area safe, sanitary and orderly.
Keep work area organized and cleaned: 5S( Sort- Straighten – Sanitize- Standardize- Sustain)
Other tasks as assigned
Continuous Improvement
Support RunRight initiatives
Make suggestions to improve processes, procedures
Take initiatives to reduce waste
Safety:
Follow appropriate safety procedures and good manufacturing practices at all times.
Use proper PPE,
Follow documented Lock Out Tag Out, Fall protection, Bloodborne Pathogens procedures- complete/maintain required training
Experience:
Six months in a similar working environment preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures manuals.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtracts, multiply and divides in all units of measure, using whole numbers.
Ability to comprehend and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
Basic understanding of electrical disconnects and machine controls.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to perform all job tasks, and communicate. Employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally move up to 200 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and will be exposed to airborne particles. The employee occasionally works with chemicals.
Expectations:
Will demonstrate, promote and exemplify the Company’s Core Values in People, Quality and Growth.
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