Powder Plant Operator

Hyperion Materials & Technologies; West Branch (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyperion Materials & Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Operator to run production equipment (presses, mills, furnaces) while upholding strict safety and quality standards. You will operate automated machinery, perform minor setups, and participate in LEAN initiatives to improve manufacturing processes.

Ideal candidates will be able to balance multiple tasks, work overtime when required, and use basic computer tools to document throughput and quality data.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; education/experience blend accepted.
• Able to perform duties with minimal supervision and strong safety awareness.
• Experience with LEAN, material management systems, and maintenance of throughput/quality records.

Responsibilities

• Operate and safely run production equipment (presses, mills, furnaces) per instructions.
• Interpret results from gauges, scales, microscopes, and visual standards.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance and setup/troubleshooting on production equipment.
• Train others on safe operation of manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain housekeeping in assigned area and adhere to work instructions.
• Communicate quality concerns to technical support when needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Independent worker

LEAN & MM systems

Manual dexterity

Lifting 20-40 lbs

Training in equipment

Multi-tasking

Overtime availability

Basic computer skills

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

LEAN Tools

Job description

Summary

Ability to operate and run to standard Process Equipment and Off line Equipment, such as; presses, mills, etc. while adhering to strict quality and safety standards.

• Participate in team initiatives to identify and resolve safety issues.


• Participation in developing LEAN solutions throughout manufacturing.


• Independent, safe, responsible operation of all the equipment necessary for the production of super abrasives and related products within specified work assignment.


• Operate automated machinery, presses, mills, furnaces.


• Operate chemical processing equipment and handle hazardous chemicals.


• Perform hand assemblies of product, blends, sieved material, and other as required.


• Operate and interpret results from measuring tools, gauges, scales, microscopes, go/no go gauges, and visual standards.


• Perform minor changes, setup and troubleshooting on production equipment. Assist area experts in completing higher difficulty setup, changeovers and troubleshooting.


• Perform basic preventative maintenance tasks including lubrication, filter changes, equipment cleanliness, and other as necessary.


• Complete ownership for housekeeping in assigned work area.


• Perform training of others with respect to the safe and responsible operation of assigned manufacturing equipment mentioned above.


• Adhere to documented work instructions: PPF, POCI, EOI, JSA, assembly prints, and other as needed.


• Assure product and process quality measures are maintained. Communicate quality concerns to relevant technical support personnel.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Participate in team initiatives to identify and resolve safety issues.


• Participation in developing LEAN solutions throughout manufacturing.


• Independent, safe, responsible operation of all the equipment necessary for the production of super abrasives and related products within specified work assignment.


• Operate automated machinery, presses, mills, furnaces.


• Operate chemical processing equipment and handle hazardous chemicals.


• Perform hand assemblies of product, blends, sieved material, and other as required.


• Operate and interpret results from measuring tools, gauges, scales, microscopes, go/no go gauges, and visual standards.


• Perform minor changes, setup and troubleshooting on production equipment. Assist area experts in completing higher difficulty setup, changeovers and troubleshooting.


• Perform basic preventative maintenance tasks including lubrication, filter changes, equipment cleanliness, and other as necessary.


• Complete ownership for housekeeping in assigned work area.


• Perform training of others with respect to the safe and responsible operation of assigned manufacturing equipment mentioned above.


• Adhere to documented work instructions: PPF, POCI, EOI, JSA, assembly prints, and other as needed.


• Assure product and process quality measures are maintained. Communicate quality concerns to relevant technical support personnel.

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/or Work Experience

High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience

Technical Skills/Physical Requirements

• Good interpersonal, cooperative and team -oriented skills and behaviors


• Proven independent performer that needs minimal supervision


• Ability to use production management tools including LEAN, material management systems, and maintenance of accurate throughput and quality records.


• Manual dexterity required to accurately handle and position parts.


• Lifting and transport of materials (20-40 lbs).


• Ability to comprehend and apply training to operate manufacturing production equipment listed above.


• Ability to effectively balance priorities and multiple tasks to achieve overall production goals.


• Must be available to work overtime during periods of high order volume.


• Basic computer competency (email, data entry into Material Mgmt. Systems, log notes in MSWord,


• MUST be able to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift.