General Operator

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY: Production General Operator in the Synthomer Inc. Chemical Manufacturing Plant located in Mogadore, Ohio. $21.64/hr to start. Cleaning of chemical plant equipment and packaging of finished products. Shift work based on seniority - 40 hrs/week. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Miscellaneous cleaning including, but not limited to, tanks, tank cars, polymerization vessels. Use fork truck to transfer pallets containing bags of raw materials to mezzanine. Record basic data in written and/or electronic format. Transfer product through proper lines by identifying correct line and completing hookups. Visually check lines, connections, and bleed off valves before, during and after transfer. Accurately package and label product in totes and drums. Know tank capacities for work area. Transfer finished product to various packaging. Support compliance efforts – RCMS, ISO, PSM, OSHA, etc. Manage time to effectively perform multiple job tasks safety and accurately. Immediately notify Supervisor of any problems. Must have good written and oral communication skills to Communicate with various levels of individuals throughout the organization. Complete logs, batch sheets, and other required paperwork. SAP transactions, shift relief, shift logs. Attend meetings as required Attend training as required. Must be able to work overtime as needed. Must be able to work various shifts, including off shift or swing shift as required. Follow all EHS policies and procedures. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in the areas of Safety, Quality, Cost, and Production. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent - 2 years’ experience in manufacturing a plus. Pride and ownership in work; positive attitude is a must. Average to above average skill level in the following areas: Reading, Applied Mathematics, Applied Technology, Locating Information, Observation, Teamwork. Able to handle up to fifty (50) pounds and physical dexterity to assemble and operate polymerization reactors. Ability to follow instructions, record data. Must be able to effectively communicate with co-workers. Motivated to learn new tasks, new concepts, new applications, etc. Working knowledge of computer applications (Word, Excel, E-Mail). Ability to work at heights and walk on grating. Work in various climates (indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions). Stand and walk throughout assigned shift. Must be able to wear a respirator and other required PPE. Must be able to meet physical requirements of position. Familiar with ISO-9001 and Process Safety Management a plus. Why Synthomer? We are ambitious! We have grown significantly – both organically and inorganically. We are a FTSE 250 listed company, 22% of our revenue comes from newly commercialized products, and we’re recognized in the top-quartile for chemicals manufacturing safety.​ We believe in high challenge, high support! We are keen to let you contribute in real roles from day 1. We expect a lot, but offer a lot, too. This includes onboarding, induction and learning events, networking opportunities, mentoring and personal development planning. So, be up for an inspiring long-term career adventure.​ We personalize our approach to development! At Synthomer, you won't find generic career tracks or development programs but rather a one-size-fits-one approach to employee development. We'll partner with you to ensure you have the right experiences that build your capabilities and accelerate your career growth.