Job Summary:

This position is responsible for the overall operation of the Grinding machine and supplying good, quality product with the ability to meet deadlines in a safe manner. Additional responsibilities will include: assistance with creating SOP and other production related documentation, inventory data-entry and cross-training into other job functions as needed. This position requires routine attendance to departmental, production, safety and Company meetings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

" E"ssential /

" S"econdary

% of Time

Description

E

40 %

Operate the Grinding machine which includes operation of the Bagger, Grinders & Dust Collector with minimal supervision:

• Conduct a visual inspection and perform general preventive maintenance of the Grinding area, tools and equipment
• Login to computer and review order
• Power on Bagger, Grinders & Dust Collector
• Bagger operation:
• Ensure proper supply of empty bags
• Place label on bags identifying batch # and color to be run
• Wait for material to come from Grinder
• Place empty bag on bagger and allow machine to fill bags to 55 lbs.
• Replace bagger with new, empty bag and repeat process
• Grinder operation:
• Place 1st bin on belt for Grinder
• Operate lever to fill Grinder with material from bins
• Check for contamination via the Shakers
• Fit empty palletizer with skids
• Move full skids to warehouse
• Enter production data into computer at close of shift
• Once all grinding material is bagged for the shift, conduct extensive cleaning to the Grinding Machine and associated equipment

E

20%

Adhere to and follow all quality guidelines. Continually check product for quality throughout the manufacturing process.

E

15 %

Operate fork truck to lift/transport raw materials and finished products and use impact wrenches/pneumatic equipment while adhering to all power industrial equipment rules and safety requirements

E

10 %

Maintain clean work environment by using air hose on all machine areas at every color change to avoid contamination; ensure tools & equipment are kept in an orderly fashion and stored where required for easy access; maintain equipment by reporting any maintenance issues immediately to supervisor and maintenance department

E

10%

Cross-train into other job functions providing assistance as necessary or during downtime within the department

S

5%

Utilize computer at workstation to login, enter/review production data and work orders as required

100%

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School Diploma/GED or 4 years of machine operator/manufacturing experience required
• English fluency (read, write, speak); ability to communicate well (verbal/written)
• Proven ability to multitask in a stressful environment (dirty, confined spaces, strict timelines, etc.), attention to detail, and adapt to changing demands
• 6 months fork truck experience required
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
• Read and understand units of measure
• Ability to perform basic math functions
• Demonstrated comfort with data entry and basic computer skills; ERP experience preferred
• Must be safety conscious and carry out work responsibilities in a safe manner
• Must be able to work overtime to meet operational requirements
• Able to safely perform related physical requirements/demands of the role
• Ability to wear mask/goggles and hearing protections when performing job
• Ability to work from heights

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics below are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

• Manufacturing Environment: This position may operate in a manufacturing setting with conditions of high-pressure air/steam/gas, hazardous gas/chemical fumes, extreme heat and temperature variations, loud noise, exposure to dangerous machinery, dirty work environment and/or exposure to dust (pigment). The position is required to wear PPE including, but not limited to safety glasses, steel toe/composite boots and earplugs.

Physical and Mental Demands:

The demands described are representative but not all inclusive of those demands that must be met by an employee (with or without a reasonable accommodation) to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending, reaching, climbing, stooping, lifting, pounding, pushing and/or pulling. Move throughout the work location to comply with safety requirements.
• Exert up to 55 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move object.
• Manual dexterity to move material and operate equipment.
• Communicate effectively (write, speak) with supervisors and others on performance and safety concerns.
• Adequate hearing ability to receive work instruction and to respond to changes in work environment.
• Attention to detail to complete work assignments.
• Time management to comply with scheduled work time and maintain productivity requirements.
• Ability to understand and abide safety policies and maintain a safe work environment. Ability to move throughout the work location to comply with safety requirements.

The above are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the job described. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.