Production Operator

Omya; California; On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Omya is seeking a Production specialist to operate manufacturing equipment, follow process instructions, and ensure product quality while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

The role requires 5 years of industrial experience in a chemical setting, strong communication skills, and the ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• 5 years of industrial/manufacturing experience in a chemical or related field.
• Maintenance experience in a manufacturing or related operation.
• Good command of both oral and written local language.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment following process instructions to meet quality standards.
• Read control instruments and keep accurate production records.
• Prepare product packaging for next steps and final shipment.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety, QSHE adherence and IMS guidance.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Communication

Safety awareness

People skills

Shift work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Key Accountabilities

Production Duties: Execute manufacturing process by operating designated production equipment. Select intermediates or raw materials, move and load it into production machines. Understand bill of materials and/or formula specifications, so the proper quantities of materials are added in the proper sequence. Manufacture product in a safe and timely manner and according to predefined process instructions to meet specific quality standards. Accurately read control instruments, prepare neat & accurate records for all operations as required. Responsible for completion of all quality test requirements to verify final product quality. Ensure efficient, uninterrupted production and identify and facilitate process improvements, monitor equipment and report production information in a complete, accurate and timely manner. Keep records for production, raw material deliveries, quality samples and equipment and process performance. Prepare product packaging for next step in production or for final shipment to customer according to department specifications. Ensure proper operation, maintenance and cleanliness of various laboratory instruments. Work in accordance with all relevant requirements and internal safety guidelines. Perform other duties as assigned.

Quality, Safety, Health and Environment

Responsible for housekeeping in the plant and maintaining a clean, safe and clutter free work environment. Know the significant quality, safety & health, and environmental (QSHE) aspects/ impacts associated with work, including relevant legal/ other requirements and emergency preparedness and response. Understand and use the Corporate Sustainability Policy and the Integrated Management System (IMS) as guidance to continuously improve the QSHE aspects of job.

Pay: DOE $28 to $40

Solid line(s) to

Production Supervisor

Dotted line(s) to

None

Number of direct reports

n/a

Number of total reports

n/a

Number of dotted line(s) reports

n/a

Performance Measures

Productivity, QSHE rules, no quality claim.

Other Requirements

Good command of both oral and written local language is required.

Internal contacts

Warehouse and Distribution team
Production team

Education

High school diploma or equivalent education required

Experience

5 years of industrial / manufacturing experience in a chemical or related field.
in a maintenance role for a manufacturing or related operation.

Knowledge And Skills

Computer skills and laboratory experience are preferred. Basic chemistry knowledge preferred. Ability to communicate efficiently verbally and in writing with coworkers, supervisors and customers. Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, and weekends, including operating facility alone on nights and weekends. Ability to work inside and occasionally outside exposed to heat, cold, dirt, and noise.