Plant Process Operator - Drive Production & Quality

Economy Polymers & Chemicals; Port Lavaca (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Economy Polymers & Chemicals in Port Lavaca, TX seeks a plant operator to run plant equipment, maximize production quantity and quality, and support company goals. You will operate machinery per instructions, clean and maintain the work area, monitor and record process functions, feed raw material to semi-automated machines, and collect samples for lab testing while adhering to safety protocols.

A high school diploma or technical degree is required; forklift experience is preferred; ability to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Technical degree required.
• Experience using a forklift preferred.
• Ability to lift 35-50 pounds repeatedly.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and equipment according to instructions.
• Clean machinery and maintain cleanliness in work area.
• Monitor, control, and record process functions.
• Feed raw material to semi-automated machines.
• Perform quality control procedures, follow reporting and recordkeeping procedures and report issues to supervisor.
• Collect product samples for lab testing.
• Comply with all safety and health regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Operating Equipment

Safety Focus

Accountability

Results Focus

Reading Comprehension

Physical stamina

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or Technical Degree

Tools

Forklift Experience

Job description

Economy Polymers & Chemicals in Port Lavaca, TX seeks a plant operator to run plant equipment, maximize production quantity and quality, and support company goals. You will operate machinery per instructions, clean and maintain the work area, monitor and record process functions, feed raw material to semi-automated machines, and collect samples for lab testing while adhering to safety protocols.

A high school diploma or technical degree is required; forklift experience is preferred; ability to