Unit Operator - 2nd Shift

Teknor Apex Company; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Teknor Apex Company in Henderson, Kentucky, is seeking a dependable Manufacturing Operator to support our production team in the plant. The position requires adherence to safety procedures, accurate record-keeping, and participation in a team-driven manufacturing environment.

The role involves following test procedures, operating equipment, and documenting results such as melt flow, specific gravity, and hardness.

Qualifications

• Safe, responsible operation of manufacturing equipment.
• Basic math skills required for production paperwork.
• Ability to troubleshoot processing problems.
• Ability to follow and understand setup sheets.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Attention to quality and detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Follow test procedures on finished goods and record results.
• Record production data on sheets and logs.
• Troubleshoot issues and document adjustments per protocol.
• Communicate with shift leaders about processing problems.
• Assist line mixer and other line operators as needed.
• Take apart, clean, and reassemble equipment.
• Overtime may be required to meet production needs.

Skills

Safe operation of equipment

Basic math skills

Troubleshooting processing problems

Reading/set-up sheets

Strong verbal and written communicator

Attention to quality and detail

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Essential Functions

• On a daily basis, keeps work area clean including equipment, floors, boxes, trash.
• On a daily basis keeps accurate records and notes on production sheets.
• On a daily basis, follow test procedures on finished goods and record results that may include; melt flow, specific gravity, hardness (test stand and handheld), etc.
• On a daily basis, adhere to proper and safe fork truck operation.
• On a daily basis, communicate with shift leaders about processing problems and be able to troubleshoot and make necessary/permitted adjustments to fix them as well as document and communicate adjustments according to protocol.
• On a daily basis, be able to take apart, clean, and reassemble equipment.
• On a daily basis, assist line mixer and other line operators when needed.
• Additional duties as required/requested.
• This role is a full-time position within our production department where we have a team approach to manufacturing. Timely and Regular attendance is crucial to your success and the safety of the team. The regular hours of the role are 2:45 PM to 11:00 PM or 10:45 PM to 7:00 AM.
• There is mandatory overtime associated with the role depending upon the needs of the business because, with team-based manufacturing, production areas must be manned for worker safety and may continue beyond the end of a scheduled shift or may require additional overtime hours outside of normal shift schedule.

Skills

• Safe and responsible operation of manufacturing equipment
• Basic math skills
• Ability to troubleshoot processing problems
• Ability to follow and understand set-up sheets
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Attention to quality and detail

Experience

• Prior manufacturing experience preferred
• Forklift experience a plus