Process Operator

Economy Polymers & Chemicals; Port Lavaca (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Economy Polymers & Chemicals in Port Lavaca, TX, is seeking a Plant Operator to run plant equipment for maximum production quality and quantity, while adhering to company policies and safety standards.

Responsibilities include operating machinery, feeding materials, monitoring processes, performing quality checks, collecting samples, and maintaining a clean, safe work area; forklift experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Technical degree required.
• Combination of additional education and experience.
• Experience using a forklift is preferred.

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, 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

Forklift Experience Preferred

Job description

General Responsibility and Function

Responsible for operation of plant equipment, to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.

Duties

• 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 will all safety and health regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Competencies

• Operating Equipment: Uses tools, machines, and/or vehicles to complete the assigned work.
• Safety Focus: Adheres to all workplace and trade safety laws, regulations, standards, and practices.
• Accountability & Dependability: Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and achieves results with little oversight.
• Results Focus: Focuses on results and desired outcomes and how best to achieve them in order to get the job done.
• Reading Comprehension: Grasps the meaning of written information and applies it to work situations.
• Physical stamina and strength.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma/GED or Technical degree required.
• Combination of additional education and experience.
• Experience using a forklift is preferred.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 35-50 pounds repeatedly.
• Ability to wear safety equipment, including safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, and similar equipment.
• Comfortable in a variety of weather conditions, including rain/snow and heat/cold.
• Comfortable in a manufacturing environment with noise/vibration, fumes or moving mechanical parts.
• This role involves standing/walking for up to 100% of the day and climbing/crouching/crawling/stooping/reaching with hands and arms up to 25% of the workday.