Process Operator I

Remet Corporation; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Remet Corporation in Utica, NY is seeking a Process Operator I to read and follow packaging instructions, set up packaging lines, and safely operate a chop saw and heat gun. You will document measurements, verify batch tickets, and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

This role requires basic reading/writing in English, high school diploma, and the ability to lift and move materials as part of daily duties. Training on safety and ISO procedures is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must read and write in English.
• Basic math and measurement reading skills.
• Able to operate packaging lines and hand tools.
• Read batch tickets and SDS as needed.

Responsibilities

• Expedite packaging construction for the day’s production.
• Verify that product, kitted and produced, is recorded on batch tickets.
• Inspect packaging for contamination before fill downs and pouring.
• Operate fill down and drum off orders without respiratory protection.
• Read and document tape, micrometer, and caliper measurements.
• Safely operate a chop saw and heat gun.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow SOPs.
• Attend and complete initial Safety Training Program.
• Follow ISO 9001:2015, cGMP procedures and quality instructions.
• Support other duties as assigned by Management.

Skills

English literacy

Reading comprehension

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometer

Caliper

Pallet jack

Chop saw

Heat gun

Job description

JOB PURPOSE:

To perform the basic functions of a Process Operator the Process Operator I must be able to read, write and understand English. Must be able to read measurements and package materials instructions. A Process Operator I must be able to follow directions, set up packaging andoperatea chop saw and heat gun.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

• Expedite the construction of all required packaging for thedaysproduction.
• Verify that productkitted and produced is accurately recorded on batch ticket.
• Inspectpackaging for contamination prior to fill downs and/or pouring.
• Processfilldown orders that do not require respiratory protection.
• Process drum offorders that do not require respiratory protection.
• Accuratelyread and document tape, micrometer, and caliper measurements.
• Ability to safely and efficientlyoperatea chop saw and heat gun.
• Maintain cleanand organizedenvironment to ensure a safe work area.
• Understand and follow the processes as defined in the Standard Operating Procedures, Safety Manual, and the Quality Policy.
• Attend and completeinitialSafety Training Program.
• Follow all applicable ISO 9001:2015 procedures, cGMP’s, and work instructions to ensurecompliance with the documented Quality System.
• Other duties and/orprojects asmay be assigned by Management.

• Expedite the construction of all required packaging for thedaysproduction.
• Verify that productkitted and produced is accurately recorded on batch ticket.
• Inspectpackaging for contamination prior to fill downs and/or pouring.
• Processfilldown orders that do not require respiratory protection.
• Process drum offorders that do not require respiratory protection.
• Accuratelyread and document tape, micrometer, and caliper measurements.
• Ability to safely and efficientlyoperatea chop saw and heat gun.
• Maintain cleanand organizedenvironment to ensure a safe work area.
• Understand and follow the processes as defined in the Standard Operating Procedures, Safety Manual, and the Quality Policy.
• Attend and completeinitialSafety Training Program.
• Follow all applicable ISO 9001:2015 procedures, cGMP’s, and work instructions to ensurecompliance with the documented Quality System.
• Other duties and/orprojects asmay be assigned by Management.

MAIN WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Internal
• Work directly with other production personnel, Production Managers and Operation Director.
• Work with PIC & Corporate administrative personnel when required.
• External
• None

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Physical Functions:

• Individualmust be able to lift45 to 50poundsapproximately 50to 100 times per day.
• Individualmust be able to lift 10 to 50 pounds approximately 50 times per day with additional lifting of lighter weights throughout the day.
• Lifting would include “high lifting” which means raising or lowering of bags or pails ranging up to 50 pounds above waist and shoulder level in a vertical direction and “low lifting” which means raising or lowering containers of about 50 pounds up to waist level in a vertical direction.
• Work would also include twisting at the waist, stooping crouching and bending the body forward at the waist.
• Daily duties would also include pushing (Sweeping) and reaching above their heads.
• Individualmust be able tooperatea pallet jack.
• All work must be done by a person capable of working on their feet, walking, and moving about for a full 8-hour day.
• Individualmust be able to work in environments varying in temperatures depending upon the climate of the area.

Mental Functions:

• Individualmust be able to follow manufacturing/packaging instructions to ensure consistent and quality production.
• Individualmust be diligent and competent in handlinghazardous materialproducts.
• Individual must be able read and write in English.
• Employees in this role must be able to count and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Employees in this role must be able to read andoperateinspection and measurement equipment.
• Individual must be able to understand the customary documentationutilizedin this position such as Batch Tickets, labels, safety data sheets (SDS)

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

• The Process Operator Level I position requires an awareness of the Company's established policies, rules, regulations, and procedures as they relate to employment, safety and health, ISO 9001, and housekeeping. The jobholder must have basic product knowledge and be proficient in all the manufacturing, packaging,andprocedures. The jobholder must alsopossessthe ability tooperateallrequiredequipment and processes.
• Education and/or Experience – Minimum of High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Language Skills – Mustpossessthe ability to read and writein theEnglishlanguage.
• Mathematical Skills – Basic math skills arerequired(e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) Must be able to read a ruler, caliper, and micrometer.
• Must follow all safety and qualityrulesin effectandmeetallproductivity requirements of the position.

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