Production / Dryer Operator

Pilot Chemical Company; Port Reading (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent starting pay

Full affordable benefits

Safety training provision

Job summary

A global specialty chemicals manufacturer is looking for Production / Dryer Operators for their night shift team in Port Reading, NJ. Candidates with production experience and mechanical aptitude are encouraged to apply. The role involves monitoring dryers, troubleshooting processes, and ensuring safety and quality. Competitive pay and full benefits starting from day one are offered, along with safety training and provisions. Flexibility for rotating shifts and mandatory safety adherence is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Good math and mechanical aptitude necessary.
• Must have strong multi-tasking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine checks on ancillary equipment and monitor dryers.
• Adjust control systems and manually operated equipment as needed.
• Troubleshoot processes and identify maintenance needs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Time management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

DRYER OPERATOR

Pilot Chemical, a global manufacturer of specialty chemicals, is searching for Production / Dryer Operators to join our night shift team in Avenel, NJ.

As a Member Of The Team, You Will Enjoy

• Excellent pay – competitive starting pay plus shift differential pay for night hours.
• Full affordable benefits, some of which start day one! – Including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid vacation and more.
• Rotating shifts – must be able to work a rotating shift schedule. After training on the day shift you will rotate between first, second, and third shifts (8‑hour shifts) every 3‑4 months. Should be flexible to possibly work 12‑hour shifts and weekends in the future.
• Safety is #1 – Monthly safety training, prescription safety glasses allowance, bi‑annual safety boot allowance and all PPE and Pilot uniforms are provided.
• If you have production experience in a manufacturing environment and/or mechanical aptitude, then Pilot Chemical want to hear from you! Production experience in warehouse or chemical manufacturing is a plus, but we will train you.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine checks on ancillary equipment and monitor dryers.
• Control, monitor and make necessary adjustments on control systems and manually operated equipment.
• Troubleshoot processes, product quality, safety, and environmental problems and identify equipment requiring maintenance.
• Communicate production issues with the production supervisor, operations manager, mechanics, and plant manager as appropriate.
• Report any safety issues immediately to the supervisor and, if necessary, take appropriate action needed, including system shutdown, if unsafe work practice is witnessed to prevent injury or environmental release.
• Ensure safe and efficient performance of production and project work following standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Act as a resource for other operators and/or maintenance mechanics on job tasks and prioritization of work activities.
• Ensure quality control by performing testing on products and sampling when required.
• Enter production and in‑process quality test results.
• Operators must review with the next shift operator the status of all in‑process operations. Information must be accurately and clearly communicated to ensure continued operation of the plant and to produce quality products in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operators are responsible for seeing that the security of the plant is maintained throughout their shift.
• Complete all duties assigned with a high degree of dedication to safety and environmental stewardship.

Required Competencies

• High school diploma or GED.
• Good math and mechanical aptitude.
• Strong work ethic and be independently motivated to produce results.
• Must have strong multi‑tasking, problem‑solving, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work in an empowered team environment, including the ability to effectively communicate, share information, resolve issues, give and receive both positive and negative feedback in a respectful and professional manner.
• Ability to reach all work areas in the plant (e.g., climb ladders, negotiate catwalks, handle heights to 50 feet). Also must be able to lift and turn up to 50 lb. (e.g., open and close large valves, inspect equipment, and don emergency equipment as needed).

Preferred Competencies

• Prior manufacturing warehouse experience preferred.
• Experience operating a forklift preferred.
• Basic computer skills including data entry experience preferred.