Reactor Operator

Boyd Corporation; Magnolia (AR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Corp in Magnolia, AR is seeking a Reactor Operator to work under the Production Crew Leader to manufacture resin batches according to specifications. The role requires attention to safety, quality, and efficient operation of equipment to support continuous production.

You will perform daily inspections, operate forklifts, move materials, and conduct lab tests to ensure product quality while adhering to loss control policies.

Qualifications

• HS education or equivalent required.
• WAGE Certificate preferred for hires after Jan 1, 2004.
• One year of production-type experience preferred.
• Operate a computer.
• Good communication with colleagues at all levels.
• Must be able to walk/stand for up to 12 hours per day.
• Must be able to pull, push and lift up to 100 lbs.
• Must wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Makes resin batches.
• Loads and moves raw materials and products.
• Moves materials from warehouse to production area.
• Loads, unloads and moves waste and raw materials.
• Performs daily inspections of work areas and equipment.
• Runs assorted quality tests in lab.
• Completes Reactor Operator Task List and Daily Checklist.
• Operates forklift safely and efficiently.
• Participates in 5S program and safety meetings.

Skills

Good communication

Attention to detail

Work temperature tolerance

Team collaboration

Education

High School education or equivalent

WAGE Certificate preferred

Tools

Forklift operation

Windows-based computer

Basic factory equipment operation

Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE:

(A brief statement indicating the reason for the existence of this position)

The position is responsible to the Crew Leader for the timely manufacturing of resin batches to specified requirements. The Reactor Operator is required to work with other to produce a quality product in a safe manner

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

(The major activities or end results necessary to fulfill the position requirements on an ongoing basis)

Complies with all rules, policies and procedures.

Assist in making spreads, pulling/pushing buns.

Conducts and logs daily inspections of work areas and equipment.

Performs minor maintenance.

Assists in cleanup of plant during down time.

Be familiar with Solimide Foams’ Loss Control Policies

Complete Reactor Operator Task list

Complete Reactor Operator Daily Checklist

Complete Forklift inspection and operate safely.

Run assorted quality tests in lab.

Makes resin batches.

Moves raw materials from the warehouse to the production area.

Loads, unloads and moves hazardous and non-hazardous waste and raw materials.

Compact scrap foam.

Write work orders.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader.

Regular attendance is required.

Ability to work in extreme and varying temperature and weather conditions is required.

Participate in the Site 5S program

Attend all required safety meeting

Frequency

daily

daily

daily

daily

weekly

biannually

weekly

daily

weekly

daily

daily

daily

daily

daily

daily

daily

daily

daily

daily

daily

% of time spent on each major activity

5

10

5

5

5

5

2

2

5

2

10

5

5

5

2

2

5

5

10

5

STRATEGIC FOCUS:

(The focus desired and expected on the position over the next 1-3 years)

The Reactor Operator is expected to complete batches in a timely and safe manor. The operator is also required to follow batch procedures to assure quality product.

NATURE & SCOPE:

Qualifications – If you were transferred to a new position, list the specific education, skills, training, and relevant experience (in a similar or lower level position) that your replacement would need to qualify for this position.

• High School education or equivalent
• WAGE Certificate preferred for employees hired on or after January 1, 2004
• One-year experience in production type environment and an understanding of plant operations.
• Operate a computer
• Relates and interacts well with people at all levels in the company.
• Requires walking, standing, use of hands and reaching for up to -12 hours per day.
• Must be able to pull, push and lift weights up to 100 lbs.
• Requires some manual dexterity with body flexibility. Requires normal vision and hearing.
• Must be able to operate all types of basic factory & maintenance equipment.
• Must be able to operate a fork truck and various saws.
• Use of Windows based computer systems
• Must be able to wear and function with all required PPE.
• Pay Attention to details.
• Good communication skills.

Contacts – Identify the internal (departmental and company) or external (outside the company) contacts you are required to establish and maintain in order to perform the duties described. Describe the nature of these contacts.

Internal: Reports to the Production Crew Leader and interacts daily with the Powder Operator, Saw Operator, QC Laboratory Technicians, Shipping and Maintenance personnel. Occasionally, will interact with the Operation Manager, Production Manager and other Office personnel.

What types of decision are referred to other levels (how work flows to and from the position.) What sources of support and guidance are available to this position.

Work flows to the Reactor Operator via communication from the Production Crew Leader, Production Manager, and Operation Manager. Work flows from the Reactor Operator to the Powder Operator, Saw Operator, Maintenance, QC, Shipping, and Production Crew Leader.

Degree of authority delegated to this position: High

Examples:

Authorized to communicate directly with the employees at Solimide Foams, Inc. Authorized to make the necessary decisions required to produce a quality batch.

All Job Posting Locations (Location)

Magnolia

Remote Type

On-Site

EEO Statement

Boyd Corp is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.