Production Operator

OXERRA Americas; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in chemical manufacturing is seeking a Production Operator in Augusta, GA. The candidate will ensure compliance with safety policies, operate equipment, and monitor process conditions. This full-time position offers an entry-level opportunity with a focus on teamwork, technical skills, and safety in an empowering environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate both manual and automated equipment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with EHS policies and operating procedures.
• Monitor equipment and process conditions for safe operations.
• Perform troubleshooting and minor repairs on process equipment.

Skills

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Technical Skills

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree (or higher) from a technical program

Tools

Forklift

Job description

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• 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
  
  

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
  
  

Requirements

• A High School diploma or GED equivalency is required. Associates degree (or higher) from a technical program is strongly preferred.
• 2 years’ experience in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• 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.
• Perform minor preventive maintenance inspections and be able to make preliminary diagnosis, i.e., issues with pumps, motors, etc.
• Desire to learn and grow technical skills to keep current with new automation and technology.
• Ability to give and receive positive and constructive feedback in a respectful and professional manner.
• Work in a self-directed team environment.
• Effectively communicate, resolve issues then move forward as a team to meet business and customer needs.
• Demonstrate sound business judgment and set high standards of personal excellence including safe work behaviors, coaching, mentoring others, etc.
• Anticipate changes that will be required to complete projects.
• Independently motivated to produce results.
• Possess a current forklift driving license and display best practice driving skills, irrespective of ambient weather and/or lighting conditions.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic.
• Be safety centered and housekeeping focused.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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