Oxide Machine Operator (3rd Shift)

Trojan Battery Company; St. Ann (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Trojan Battery Company is seeking an Oxide Machine Operator to monitor process controls, sample and test materials, and support oxide production with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, forklift operation, and adherence to hygiene and 5S practices in a production environment. Prior experience in oxide production and data entry for SPC is beneficial.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 6 months–1 year in production, construction, warehouse, or similar.
• Understand Oxide Production.
• Basic knowledge of data collection systems and Microsoft programs.
• Comply with Blood Lead health and Hygiene Protocols.
• Comply with Hazard communication procedures.
• Understand lifting procedures to 50 lbs.
• Basic English proficiency to interpret work and safety instructions.

Responsibilities

• Load raw materials into machines.
• Distribute and load lead, move pallets and dross barrels to and from department using forklift.
• Insure correct labeling, handling, and transportation and tracking of waste.
• Collect and input data for SPC reports, attribute reports, charts, and graphs.
• Complete reports related to oxide production, downtime, and CTQ measurements.
• Perform inventory on Oxide hogs and verify weights.
• Perform reactor cleanup (Confined Space).
• Visually inspect equipment for problems and delays.
• Access and follow work instructions and maintenance compliance.
• Follow and maintain Lead activities (5S, housekeeping, hygiene).
• Familiar with Emergency Response Procedures and ISO processes.

Skills

Basic English proficiency

Safety compliance

Lifting to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift certification

Microsoft Office

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!

We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Position Overview

Oxide Machine Operator will include monitoring process controls and computer microprocessors, check gauges of lead pot, feedlines and cooling. Oxide Machine Operator will perform sampling and testing of all process material from reactors and downstream (Oxy master and Simpson mixers).

Areas of Focus

Oxide Machine Operator will be committed to performing the role safely and can wear all required PPE. Additionally, Oxide Machine Operator understands and practice the quality policy day to day.

Responsibilities

• Load raw materials into machines
• Distribute and load lead, move pallets and dross barrels to and from department using forklift
• Insure correct labeling, handling, and transportation and tracking of waste
• Collect and input data for SPC reports, attribute reports, charts, and graphs
• Complete reports related to oxide production, downtime, all Critical to Quality (CTQ) measurements
• Perform inventory on Oxide hogs and verify that each hog has the weight written on it
• Perform reactor cleanup process (Confined Space)
• Visually inspect equipment for problems, equipment malfunctions, quality and delays
• Must know where and how to access work instructions and maintenance compliance
• Follow and maintain Lead activities (5S, housekeeping, hygiene, etc.)
• Familiar with Emergency Response Procedures
• Familiar with ISO process
• Must be clean shaven
• All employees must follow strict hygiene rules including mandatory showering and lunch periods on site
• Lift 50 lbs. and stand for long periods of time

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 6 months — 1 year of experience in production, construction, warehouse, or similar work environment
• Comply with Blood Lead health and Hygiene Protocols
• Understand/comply with correct lifting procedures which enable lifting to 50 lbs
• Comply with Hazard communication procedures
• Forklift certification.
• Understand Oxide Production
• Basic knowledge of current data collection system and Microsoft programs
• Basic English proficiency to interpret work and apply safety instructions

if you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you’ll enjoy your career with us!