Chemical Process Operator

Silver King Beverage Co; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Silver King Beverage Co. seeks a candidate to operate and maintain washing machinery in canned beverage production and to ensure cans are clean and compliant with quality standards.

Responsibilities include monitoring equipment, inspecting cans, and handling wastewater systems while adhering to safety and 5S practices. GED or high school diploma required, with related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with washer operation and/or wastewater management.
• Strong understanding of quality testing procedures, maintenance tasks and safety protocols.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical abilities.
• Strong communication, teamwork and organizational skills; willingness to follow regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate washer following SOPs for loading, unloading and operation.
• Monitor equipment for smooth operation and report issues to supervisor.
• Inspect cans before and after washing to ensure cleanliness and quality.
• Operate wastewater equipment (DAF, etc.) and manage sludge removal.

Skills

Washer operation

Wastewater management

Quality testing procedures

Safety protocols

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Teamwork and communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Responsible for operating and maintaining machinery used in the process of can manufacturing. Play a crucial role in ensuring that cans are properly cleaned to remove contaminants and residues from cans according to the specifications and quality standards set by the company before they proceed to the next manufacturing stages.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate washer following standard operating procedures (SOPs) for loading, unloading, and operation.
• Monitor equipment to ensure smooth and continuous operation, reporting any issues to the supervisor.
• Inspect cans before and after washing to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
• Operate and monitor wastewater equipment including equalization tanks, Y-strainers, DAF (Dissolved Air Flotation), and J-Press for sludge removal.
• Perform daily and weekly analytical tests on wastewater to ensure proper operation and chemistry.
• Adjust concentration of DAF chemistries under supervision to comply with wastewater regulations.
• Conduct monthly PCR sampling of wastewater and maintain detailed records.
• Perform daily and weekly preventative maintenance on wastewater and RO water systems, including calibrations, cleaning, and checking equipment.
• Inspect cans and wastewater quality to ensure adherence to quality standards and regulations.
• Record data from wastewater and production processes for continuous improvement projects.
• Report any deviations, malfunctions, or quality concerns to supervisors and maintenance teams promptly.
• Follow safety protocols and guidelines for can manufacturing, decoration processes, and workplace safety.
• Maintain 5S principles and optimal cleanliness in work areas to uphold a safe and organized environment.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality.
• Coordinate with team members, technicians, and supervisors to ensure smooth production flow and effective communication.

Food Safety

Responsible and required to notify management about actual or potential food safety issues; and empowered to act to resolve food safety issues within their scope of work. If this position is vacant for any significant period of time the obligation for completion of all food safety and quality related tasks will become the responsibility of the direct manager or a qualified designee.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills/ Knowledge

Experience with washer operation and/or wastewater management, with a strong understanding of quality testing procedures, maintenance tasks, and safety protocols. They should possess excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues effectively. Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills are essential, along with a willingness to adhere to regulations, learn new technologies, and actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the production environment.

Computer Skills

Proficiency in computer skills, including data entry, spreadsheet analysis, and familiarity with relevant software for equipment monitoring and reporting, is required for this position.

Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous lab environment experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee must frequently stand, walk, bend and twist, reach with hands and arms, climb, stoop, kneel. Regular fingering, grasping, and feeling: requires repetitive movement with frequent use of hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls and hand-eye coordination.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus regularly.