Production Operator

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

Job summary

Omya Group in California is seeking a Production Operator to operate designated production equipment, load intermediates or raw materials, and follow formula specifications to ensure quality products. You will read control instruments, record operations, and perform quality tests to verify final product standards.

The role requires a high school diploma, 5 years of manufacturing experience in a chemical setting, and the ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5 years of industrial/manufacturing experience in a chemical or related field.
• Experience in a maintenance role for manufacturing operations.
• Basic chemistry knowledge preferred.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and nights.

Responsibilities

• Operate designated production equipment and load materials according to BOM/formula specifications.
• Read and interpret control instruments; maintain neat, accurate production records.
• Ensure product quality through required quality tests and process checks.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work environment per QSHE guidelines.
• Prepare packaging for next production step or shipment; monitor equipment and process performance.

Skills

Computer skills

Laboratory experience

Chemistry knowledge

Communication

Shift work

Education

High school diploma

Job description

## Production OperatorApply: California - Plant: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR018908**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 teamProduction team **External contacts** **Education** High school diploma or equivalent education required **Experience** 5 years of industrial / manufacturing experience in a chemical or related field. **Experience** 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.