Production Operator

OXERRA Americas; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxerra Americas is seeking an operations technician to support safe and efficient plant operations at our Augusta, GA site. You will monitor equipment, perform field checks, and execute standard tasks while adhering to EHS and conduct policies.

The role requires teamwork, strong English communication, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve process deviations. Prior forklift experience is preferred, with opportunities for growth and safety training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years’ experience in a chemical manufacturing environment preferred.
• Previous experience operating forklifts and other powered industrial equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Always ensure full compliance with Oxerra and local site EHS and Business Conduct Policies, Guidelines and Rules.
• Ensure that operating discipline principles, procedures, and practices are followed, to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areas.
• Operate and field check process equipment.
• Monitor process conditions, equipment, and control systems.
• Perform tasks assigned to operations as per a standard task list including field checks, equipment preparation, samples, etc.
• Use troubleshooting skills to resolve process related deviations and problems.
• Initiate and participate in root cause investigations as required.
• Perform crisis response activities.
• Use process knowledge and skill to make improvements in plant performance and operating discipline.
• Use measurements and tools in the plant to run at optimum conditions.
• Perform process equipment troubleshooting, minor repairs, improvements, and preventative maintenance, utilizing appropriate processes and disciplines.
• Manage multiple and complex plant computer control systems.
• Complete process data recording including raw material and finished goods inventories, in an accurate, timely and legible manner.

Skills

Team player

Safety minded

Troubleshooting

Technical aptitude

Problem solving

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Description

• Always ensure full compliance with Oxerra and local site EHS and Business Conduct Policies, Guidelines and Rules.
• Ensure that operating discipline principles, procedures, and practices are followed, to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areas.
• Operate and field check process equipment.
• Monitor process conditions, equipment, and control systems.
• Perform tasks assigned to operations as per a standard task list including field checks, equipment preparation, samples, etc.
• Use troubleshooting skills to resolve process related deviations and problems.
• Initiate and participate in root cause investigations as required.
• Perform crisis response activities.
• Use process knowledge and skill to make improvements in plant performance and operating discipline.
• Use measurements and tools in the plant to run at optimum conditions.
• Perform process equipment troubleshooting, minor repairs, improvements, and preventative maintenance, utilizing appropriate processes and disciplines.
• Manage multiple and complex plant computer control systems.
• Complete process data recording including raw material and finished goods inventories, in an accurate, timely and legible manner.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Always ensure full compliance with Oxerra and local site EHS and Business Conduct Policies, Guidelines and Rules.
• Ensure that operating discipline principles, procedures, and practices are followed, to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areas.
• Operate and field check process equipment.
• Monitor process conditions, equipment, and control systems.
• Perform tasks assigned to operations as per a standard task list including field checks, equipment preparation, samples, etc.
• Use troubleshooting skills to resolve process related deviations and problems.
• Initiate and participate in root cause investigations as required.
• Perform crisis response activities.
• Use process knowledge and skill to make improvements in plant performance and operating discipline.
• Use measurements and tools in the plant to run at optimum conditions.
• Perform process equipment troubleshooting, minor repairs, improvements, and preventative maintenance, utilizing appropriate processes and disciplines.
• Manage multiple and complex plant computer control systems.
• Complete process data recording including raw material and finished goods inventories, in an accurate, timely and legible manner.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to speak, write, and read English preferably.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ensure a safe work environment by working safely and complying with environmental, health, and safety standards.
• Have a strong work ethic and be able to remain productive in an empowered team environment.
• Have good technical skills to learn how to operate both manual and highly automated equipment.
• Ability to understand, analyze, and resolve technical problems.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years’ experience in a chemical manufacturing environment preferred.
• Previous experience operating forklifts and other powered industrial equipment is preferred.