Liquid Line Process Operator
Reports To: Manager, Chitosan Formulation and Modification
Status: Full time, non-exempt
Location: Greer, SC (onsite)
Salary Range: $24.00-$28.00/hour
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional FSA/HSA, 401k with 6% employer match, life and AD&D insurance, Employee Assistance Program, short & long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 21.67 days of paid time off + 10 holidays
Job Summary:
A Process Operator is an integral part of the production team performing functions to create safe, quality products for Tidal Vision. The position is responsible for retrieving, weighing, handling and mixing chemical ingredients, monitoring equipment during the chemical process, repairing machinery if problems arise, accurately recording information about equipment, process, quality and inventory control while assisting in the planning and improvement of processes or products. Duties may also include loading and unloading trucks and managing warehouse inventory on an as needed basis. Duties also include conducting QA/QC testing and documenting results.
Essential Job Functions:- Operate and work within our Mission Driven Culture Core Values and Principles
- Responsible for running of the Production Line assigned
- Responsible for Inventory and Inventory control of the plant
- Supporting QA/QC testing or documenting results
- Hire is expected to work with limited supervision and seek context when needed
- Responsible for maintenance of equipment and cleanliness of the production line assigned
- Stores, retrieves, mixes, and monitors chemicals used in the production process.
- Accurately records information, such as ingredients, weights, and temperature, and inputting into a database
- Demonstrates a high level of attention to detail and quality work
- Demonstrates initiative with the ability to perform daily duties with little oversight
- Troubleshoots issues with production equipment and processes
- Observes all company, local, state, and federal safety and quality regulations
- Reports accidents, safety violations, or other concerns
- Assists in planning and improving processes and product quality
- Meets physical requirements of the position, including walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods, lifting heavy objects, climbing, crouching, operating tools, and wearing safety gear
- Ability to operate a forklift safely and effectively
- Loads and unloads trucks utilizing forklift or other equipment
- Maintains warehouse inventory in a safe, organized manner
- Other Job Functions:
- Attends staff meetings, training or other company events as requested
- Performs other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications:- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to operate safely at all times
- Excellent communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:- Additional relevant education (i.e. Technical College) preferred
- Forklift certification
- Mechanical aptitude
- Experience with Lean methodologies
- Knowledge of laboratory safety techniques and procedures
- Licensing & Special Requirements:
- Must possess a valid driver's license with proof of insurance and a clean driving record
- Incumbent is subject to a criminal background check
- Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
Most of the work is performed in a warehouse setting but will require occasional time at a desk. Physical requirements of the position include walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods, lifting heavy objects (50 lbs or more), climbing, crouching, operating tools, and wearing appropriate PPE at all times.
Tidal Vision provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
