Full job description
BASIC INFORMATION:
Omya offers a fast-paced, supportive, and evolving culture. Our company has a strong history of developing and promoting from within. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and a market leading 401k. The Production Operator will perform a variety of tasks including the setup, maintenance, operation, and testing of all systems, products, and machines related to the production process. In addition, our Operators will be expected to be proficient in forklift, scissor lift, and boom lift operation, all in accordance with our quality and safety procedures.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Live the Omya Values; Modesty, Courtesy, Integrity, and Perseverance.
· Maintain safe working conditions and practices to achieve a zero (0) lost time injury record within the area of responsibility. Perform daily safety and mechanical inspections of work area and equipment.
· Follow all company safety regulations. Report immediately any accidents, safety violations, or other incidents to the area supervisor.
· Ability to operate and perform maintenance on all equipment related to the production process.
· Ability to assist Lead Operators in adjusting set points based on lab data and situation; immediately making corrective actions to any process equipment producing product which does not meet our quality standards.
· Ensure product contamination does not occur during product changes or when starting/stopping equipment.
· Assist in documenting key parameters and equipment status to provide information for subsequent shifts and management.
· Assist in communication and completion of tasks assigned by supporting departments, such as laboratory, automation, maintenance, and engineering. Ensuring quality production and efficient resolutions to problems.
· Respond to emergency situations under the direction of the Lead Operator, such as safety or environmental concerns, power outages, and other emergency calls.
· Ability to work overtime and accept call-ins on occasion.
· Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent. Skills and abilities to operate forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and other industrial equipment. Computer literate. Ability to read, understand, and communicate various procedures. Mechanical, electrical, and operational troubleshooting skills. Mechanical and electrical aptitude. Ability to work in various environmental conditions. Must be able to lift up to and including 75 lbs., as well as, the ability to perform various physical requirements; such as reaching, climbing, lifting, moving on and off industrial equipment, and various other activities required for the position.
This position is for our 3rd Shift (11pm – 7:30am), Thursday through Monday. Tuesday and Wednesday will be your days off. With shift differential, the starting wage equals $25.50 per hour.
ABOUT OMYA:
Omya is a leading global producer of industrial minerals – mainly fillers and pigments derived from calcium carbonate and dolomite – and a worldwide distributor of specialty chemicals. The company provides a wealth of product solutions that contribute to its customers’ competitiveness and productivity in multiple industries such as Construction, Paper & Board, Polymers, Food, Personal & Home Care, Pharmaceuticals, Environmental Solutions. Founded in 1884 in Switzerland, Omya has a global presence extending to more than 180 locations in over 50 countries with 9,000 employees. In Vermont, Omya works to ensure good paying jobs for people in our surrounding communities, a state of the art production facility, and quality products for our customers. Our commitments include providing a high performance workplace with opportunities for advancement, and capital improvements to enhance environmental protection.
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Omya we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Omya is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $30.50 per hour
