1st Shift Production Operator

Aapstaff; Peru (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Aapstaff in Peru, IL seeks a Production Operator responsible for producing intermediates and products, maintaining equipment, and supporting plant operations under the Director of Operations.

Candidates will operate equipment, batch ingredients, monitor process conditions, perform tests, ensure safety, and prepare finished products for shipment, with basic math and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills required (add/subtract/percentages).
• Able to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Clear and accurate communication is essential.
• Ability to draw conclusions from available information.
• Teamwork with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment to generate intermediates and products.
• Batch ingredients in tanks using pumps and hoists.
• Measure and mix ingredients in blenders using scales and flow meters.
• Monitor process conditions (pH, temp, pressure) and interpret data.
• Adjust equipment to maintain specified process ranges.
• Package finished product for shipment.
• Perform tests (pH, density, solids) to monitor progress.
• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly plant conditions.
• Clean and maintain production equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic math

Comprehension and following

Clear communication

Analytical reasoning

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Lifting up to 60 lbs

Lift truck operation

Job description

Job Title: Production OperatorOperations Location: Peru, IL

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This position is directly responsible for the production of intermediates and products. In addition, this position is responsible for the general maintenance of the equipment and plant. This position reports to the Director of Operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates production equipment to generate intermediates and products.


• Batch ingredients in tanks using pumps, lift trucks and hoists to produce products.


• Measure, load and mix ingredients in blenders and mixing tanks using scales and flow meters to make intermediates and products.


• Monitor instrumentation and process conditions (pH, temperature, pressure, motor amperage, etc.) and interpret information to evaluate the performance of the process.


• Make equipment adjustments as necessary to maintain process conditions in specified ranges.


• Package finished product into appropriate containers and prepare for shipment.


• Perform various analytical tests such as pH, density and solids content to monitor reaction progress.


• Follow safe work practices and maintain the plant in a safe, clean and orderly condition.


• Clean equipment as necessary to ensure reliable operation.


• Perform general maintenance on the production equipment to keep it in reliable operating condition.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, ratios, fractions and percentages).


• Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal communications.


• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately.


• Ability to draw basic conclusions based on available information.


• Ability to function in a group with minimal supervision.


• Ability to understand mechanical equipment in order to properly operate and maintain it.


• Ability to lift items weighing up to 60 pounds.


• 3-20-21 Ability to drive a lift truck.