Process Operator I

PGP International; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Process Operator I to join their dynamic team. In this vital role, you will control and execute various elements of the production process, ensuring that raw materials and finished goods meet quality standards while adhering to strict safety protocols. You will have the autonomy to make decisions and solve problems, contributing to continuous improvement in production efficiency. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where your attention to detail and commitment to quality will make a significant impact. If you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to understand mechanical systems and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Control and execute process elements including logistics and packaging.
• Ensure safety and compliance with health regulations.

Skills

Basic math skills

Mechanical systems understanding

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Ability to use advanced hand tools

Decisiveness

Initiative

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Aerial Lift

Job description

Description

Job title: Process Operator I

Reports to: Shift Production Manager

Direct reports: N/A

Back up position: Designated Process Operator I / Process Operator II

Department: 0400 - Extruded Production

Work location: Evansville, Indiana

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Job Description date: 03/16/2023

I - Job Purpose and Summary:

The Process Operator I is responsible for controlling and executing elements of the process including raw material and finished goods logistics; process addition and mixing of raw materials, and packaging process responsibility including monitoring of critical control points and ensuring finished goods packaging and pallets meet customer expectations.

The role holder will have significant levels of autonomy to make decisions and solve problems around the process. These will include setup, operation, routine preventative maintenance, and sanitation of equipment and areas of responsibility. Objectives include safely providing the highest quality product within specifications with the least amount of waste and ensuring that the plant is available to always meet the planned production levels while ensuring strict compliance to Health and Safety and housekeeping requirements.

II - Key Accountabilities:

1. HSE: Promote a safe work environment at all times through the adherence to all PGPI’s Health & Safety and Environmental policies and procedures as well as to all relevant Indiana OSHA regulations in order to achieve ZERO workplace incidents and injuries.
2. Responsible for working safely to ensure ZERO injuries or major incidents to themselves or others complying with all safety policies and procedures including lock out tag out.
3. To stop production where people and/or food safety are at risk and perform safety audits as required to ensure continuous improvement around safety and take action to correct any problems or discrepancies.
4. Take direction from the respective line Technician in order to meet the needs of success in Production.
5. To safely provide the highest quality product within specifications with the least amount of waste.
6. Execute detailed instructions and standards for raw material addition to process, and for finished goods packaging.
7. Minimize changeover times to increase equipment utilization and other continuous improvement activities.
8. Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and ensure ZERO food safety or contamination incidents within area of responsibility.
9. Conduct routine quality checks of in-process and final product samples to ensure quality specifications are being met. Be attentive to product quality throughout the shift and communicate with the line Technician in a timely manner so that product quality is maintained.
10. Lead in developing, writing, reviewing, and using Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) for areas of responsibility or knowledge and complete all production paperwork and data recording in a timely manner with great attention to accuracy.

III - Internal and External Contacts:

Internal: All employees in Extrusion, Maintenance and Logistics department, HSE, Quality

External: N/A

IV - Job Requirements (Required and Preferred):

Education: High School diploma or equivalent

Related Experience: Experience in a manufacturing Machine/Equipment Operator, (food or food related manufacturing preferred)

Competencies:

• Capable of doing basic math and rudimentary algebra
• Read basic blueprints and plans
• US measurement equipment
• Understanding of mechanical systems
• Ability to learn
• Analysis
• Attention to Detail
• Decisiveness
• Energy
• Initiative
• Judgment (Problem Solution)
• Planning and Organizing (Work Management)
• Safety Awareness
• Teamwork
• Work Standards
• Respect for your co-workers and Management

Technical Skills:

• Ability to use advanced hand tools

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• Forklift and Aerial Lift (preferred)

Language(s):

• Fluency in English - required
• Fluency in Spanish - preferred

Other Qualifications:

• HACCP, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)

V – Work/Employment Conditions and Other Requirements:

Work Environment: This job operates in a manufacturing warehouse environment. This role routinely uses manufacturing equipment. The environment is hot, cold, dusty and loud. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment on the manufacturing floor (hearing protection, hard hat, safety glasses, beard/hair nets, safety shoes).

Physical and Sensory Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms overhead and grip; climb stairs; talk or hear, work from heights up to 40 feet. The employee must occasionally lift or move products and supplies, up to 55 pounds.

Position Type and Working Schedule: RFT - Regular Full Time, working schedule based on production demands

Travel Requirements: N/A

VI - Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.