Compound Plant C

Axis Communications; Asheville, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Axis Communications in Asheville, NC seeks a Compound Blending Operator to manage production of raw materials for blending and mixing. You will monitor recipes, operate the plant computer system, and ensure safety, quality, and clean environments in the production area.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience, basic math/computer skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Shift: 9pm–9am, 36/48 schedule rotation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Experience in chemical production or manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Basic Math, reading and computer skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and run proper recipes including ingredient amounts and temperatures.
• Oversee the compound computer system to ensure weights and pressures are met.
• Inspect, repair or report needed repairs of filters and lines.
• Maintain the railcar unloading system and ensure proper venting and cleanliness.
• File accurate batch, resin, silo and railcar reports.
• Communicate material changes to the production supervisor.
• Wear respirator when loading materials through the closed grate.
• Perform assigned housekeeping duties.

Skills

Basic Math

Reading

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

**Compound Blending Operator** manages the overall production of raw materials for blending and mixing. The compound plant operator duties and responsibilities include overseeing the production process to ensure it runs smoothly, safely and meets quality standards. They must keep a clean environment while maintaining plant machines such as mixers, scales and control functions.**Duties and Responsibilities**\\*Responsible for monitoring and running the proper recipes i.e. proper amount of ingredients, heating and cooling time, heating and cooling temperatures, etc.\\*Responsible for monitoring the compound computer system - ensuring proper weights, heats, pressure, etc. are met and maintained\\*Responsible for physically inspecting, repairing and/or reporting needed repairs of filters, material lines/hoses, etc.\\*Must monitor and maintain railcar unloading system - properly securing hoses, properly venting railcars, capping off unused hoses, keeping railcar area clean and communicating with railroad yard \\*responsible for filing correct and accurate paperwork - batch reports, resin/silo reports, tote reports, railcar reports, etc.\\*Must communicate with production supervisor any silo or material changes which may affect the compound\\*Must wear the respirator properly when loading mic units - material must be loaded through the closed grate at all times\\*Each operator will be responsible for their assigned housekeeping duties**Requirements and Qualifications*** High school diploma or GED certificate* Prior experience with chemical production processes or in a manufacturing environment (strongly preferred)* Ability to operate a forklift* Basic Math, reading and computer skills* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs**Pay: 27.17 USD Hourly****Schedule: 9pm to 9am- 36/48 schedule rotation**