Production (Dry End) Operator Primary Location: Valparaiso Location: Valparaiso, IN, US, 46383 Remote or On-Site: On-SiteAbout The Organization: Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers. Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A.Basic Function: Under direct supervision of the Production Supervisor, the Dry End Operator will be responsible for monitoring and operating both manual and highly automated production equipment, as well as assisting in mechanical, electrical, and process automation troubleshooting.
Essential Functions:
Work safely, following all plant rules, reporting all near misses and unsafe conditions to supervisor.
Keep work areas clean and organized.
Monitor equipment condition and communicate any deficiencies to supervisor.
Run all equipment in the process from the filter presses through the blender and pack out.
Ignite all kilns/dryers including hydrogen kiln.
Monitor and make adjustments to Dry End Equipment as needed.
Pull all dryer, kiln, and chaser samples.
Assist the Production Supervisor in troubleshooting and process repairs.
Follow directions given by the Production Supervisors and Managers.
Monitor, operate and clean out the Airvey system.
Completes any and all other duties, as required or assigned.
Requirements:
Must be able to lift 55 lb. bags.
Frequently negotiate areas covered with floor grating.
Frequent stair climbing (3 flights of stairs every 2-4 hours).Horizontal arm pull of approx. 25 lb. of force at a height of ~46" width. 70 repetitions per 1.0 hour.
Operates process using hazardous chemicals.
Monitors and operates process using computers.
Data entry into computer using Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
Operates forklift.
Knowledge/Education Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent required or successfully pass a pre-screening assessment Successfully pass a capability test Mechanical ability is helpful Ability to work independently
Benefits:
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
It is Sun's policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.
