Production Operator

Omya-7; Lucerne Valley (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Omya-7 in California seeks a Production Operator to efficiently run designated equipment and ensure safe, on-time manufacture of products. You will interpret bill of materials and formulas, adding materials in the correct sequence and keeping precise operation records for quality verification.

The role requires reading control instruments, supporting quality tests, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. Flexibility for shifts, overtime, and weekend work is expected.

Qualifications

• 5 years of industrial/manufacturing experience in a chemical or related field.
• Experience in a maintenance role for a manufacturing or related operation.
• Basic chemistry knowledge preferred.
• Ability to communicate efficiently with coworkers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Operate designated production equipment to manufacture product safely and timely.
• Read bill of materials and formulas, adding correct materials in sequence.
• Prepare neat, accurate operation records and complete quality tests.
• Maintain QSHE housekeeping and a clean, safe work environment.
• Monitor equipment performance and assist process improvements.
• Coordinate packaging for next production step or final shipment.

Skills

Industrial / manufacturing experience

Chemistry knowledge

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer skills

Laboratory experience

Job description

Key AccountabilitiesProduction 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 EnvironmentResponsible 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 $40Solid line(s) toProduction SupervisorDotted line(s) toNoneNumber of direct reportsn/aNumber of total reportsn/aNumber of dotted line(s) reportsn/aPerformance MeasuresProductivity, QSHE rules, no quality claim.Other requirementsGood command of both oral and written local language is required.Internal contactsWarehouse and Distribution teamProduction teamExternal contactsEducationHigh school diploma or equivalent education requiredExperience5 years of industrial / manufacturing experience in a chemical or related field.Experiencein a maintenance role for a manufacturing or related operation.Knowledge and skillsComputer 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.