Production Operator Job

The Arkema Group; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkema Group in Dalton, GA is seeking a Filling / Production Operator to join the plant production team. The role reports to the production and filling supervisor; you will work on multiple machines and support teammates.

Focus on safety, quality, production and 5S; you will document data, follow ISO and EHS procedures, and contribute to continuous improvement across the line.

Qualifications

• High school diploma / GED, ability to read English and perform basic math skills.
• 1-3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to operate manual, automated and semi-automated equipment.
• Willing to work an off shift and overtime as necessary.
• Moderate computer skills to interface with printers and kiosks

Responsibilities

• Follow batch formulation and instructions using gauges, valves, meters and other equipment for mixing, blending, and packaging.
• Follow all EHS and Quality procedures to produce products safely and within specification.
• Document data points using manual and electronic information systems.
• Operate equipment including mixers, blenders, packaging lines, forklifts, palletizers and basic hand tools.
• Commit to continuous improvement in safety, quality, cost delivery, and production.
• Support safety and environmental goals and "Zero" workplace incidents.

Skills

Reading English

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Manual equipment

Automated equipment

Semi-automated equipment

Job description

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Job title: Filling / Production Operator

Associate of the plant production team reporting to the production and filling supervisor.

Work and train on multiple machines and support team members when needed in any function.

Focus will be Safety, Quality, Production and 5s principles

Job dimensions

• Follow precise batch formulation, job and ticket instructions utilizing various electronic gauges, valves, meters and other related equipment for mixing, blending, and packaging.
• Follow all EHS, and Quality procedures to produce products safely, within specification.
• Using manual and electronic information systems to document numerous data points.

Activities

• Follows all safety guidelines and rules; environmental and regulatory guidelines; uses all required safety equipment & PPE. Maintains quality and cleanliness of the work area and equipment.
• Follows all company, plant policies & practices to ensure safety, quality, service, and cost objectives are met.
• Operate various pieces of equipment including but not limited to mixers, blenders, packaging lines, forklifts, palletizers, basic hand tools and any other devices needed in a safe manner following dept. & plant safety rules.
• Practice continuous improvement in all processes: safety, quality, cost delivery, production.
• Participate and supports Bostik's goal of ‘Zero’ workplace safety and environmental incidents.
• Make minor adjustments to equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Follow process batch / pick sheets to produce quality products per ISO Standards.
• Maintains forklift or other related equipment by checking the battery, electrical charger hook-up
• Daily workspace sanitation and 5s practices

Context and environment

• Under minimal supervisor work in a fast-paced production environment where safety, accuracy, and speed are essential where simultaneous competing priorities require effective and efficient communication & multi-tasking to succeed.
• Ability to stand /walk for long periods of time, may lift up to 75 lbs., continuously throughout shift
• Lifting and reaching to load packaging materials, manually filling boxes, lifting and stacking full boxes frequently.
• Powder and liquid compounding to produce low risk glues and other adhesives.

Accountabilities

• Maintain equipment (Minor problem resolution, cleaning and some small maintenance activities) report issues to leadership as needed.
• Completion of assigned tasks within time allotted (Changeovers, Machine start-ups and production output)
• Use problem solving techniques to eliminate waste and errors.
• Adherence to Bostik, OSHA, and local regulations / policies.
• Understanding of production and process equipment.
• Working with teams & within teams to achieve results including safety, customer and financial goals, and cleanliness.

Qualifications / experience required

• High school diploma / GED, ability to read English and perform basic math skills.
• 1-3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to operate manual, automated and semi-automated equipment.
• Willing to work an off shift and overtime as necessary.
• Moderate computer skills to be able to interface with printers and kiosks

Who we are? Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.

We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 20,700 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.1 billion, of which 3.1% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together. What are you made of?

The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire.
Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.

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