Assistant process operator-3

Omya; Alabama; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Omya in Alabama seeks a dedicated manufacturing operator to execute production processes and ensure quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will have 5 years of experience in manufacturing and be skilled in quality control and safety compliance.

This position requires the ability to operate equipment, maintain a clean work environment, and work rotating shifts. Applicants must hold at least a high school diploma and possess good communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5 years of industrial or manufacturing experience in a chemical or related field.
• Experience in a maintenance role for a manufacturing or related operation.
• Good command of both oral and written local language.

Responsibilities

• Operate designated production equipment and execute manufacturing processes.
• Monitor equipment and ensure production efficiency.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment according to QSHE guidelines.

Skills

Manufacturing process operation

Quality control

Safety and health compliance

Computer skills

Basic chemistry knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Key Accountabilities

• Execute manufacturing process by operating designated production equipment.
• Select intermediates or raw materials, move and load them into production machines.
• Understand bill of materials and/or formula specifications to add proper quantities of materials in the proper sequence.
• Manufacture product safely, timely and according to predefined process instructions to meet quality standards.
• Accurately read control instruments and prepare neat and accurate records for all operations.
• Complete all quality test requirements to verify final product quality.
• Ensure efficient, uninterrupted production and identify and facilitate process improvements.
• Monitor equipment and report production information in a complete, accurate and timely manner.
• Keep records for production, raw material deliveries, quality samples and equipment and process performance.
• Prepare product packaging for the next step or final shipment per department specifications.
• Ensure proper operation, maintenance and cleanliness of various laboratory instruments.
• Work in accordance with all relevant requirements and internal safety guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Quality, Safety, Health and Environment

• Responsible for housekeeping in the plant, maintaining a clean, safe and clutter‑free work environment.
• Know the significant QSHE aspects/impacts associated with work, including relevant legal or other requirements and emergency preparedness and response.
• Understand and use the Corporate Sustainability Policy and the Integrated Management System (IMS) as guidance to continuously improve QSHE aspects.

Performance Measures

• Productivity.
• Compliance with QSHE rules.
• No quality claim.

Other Requirements

• Good command of both oral and written local language.

Internal Contacts

• Warehouse and Distribution team.
• Production team.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent education required.

Experience

• 5 years of industrial or manufacturing experience in a chemical or related field.
• Experience in a maintenance role for a manufacturing or related operation.

Knowledge and Skills

• Computer skills and laboratory experience are preferred.
• Basic chemistry knowledge preferred.
• Ability to communicate efficiently verbally and in writing with coworkers, supervisors and customers.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime and weekends, including operating the facility alone on nights and weekends.
• Ability to work inside and occasionally outside, exposed to heat, cold, dirt and noise.