Processing Operator I

Job Description                                                                    

Job Title:    Processing Operator I

Location:      BM 

Department: Processing 

Reports To:  Processing Supervisor 

Job Overview:   

Processing Operator I is responsible for operating dryer and mill room to process clay into a finished product. 

Responsibilities: 

• Operates and maintains the milling, screening, and drying processes.  

• Understand internal customer needs and specifications and act to meet expectations. 

• Understands process of feeding clay from the shed to dryer and communicates modifications needed to meet specifications. 

• Collects samples and performs quality assurance and operational parameter testing  

• Adjusts equipment operating controls to modify product properties in response to specifications, raw material properties, ambient conditions, etc.  

• Assures standards are being met. 

• Monitors equipment operation by observation of gauges, test data, or direct observation  

• Set up equipment for different product runs. 

• Troubleshoots problems in the mill area. 

• Assure us all safety rules, regulations and precautions are followed.  

• Assures areas are clean and free of clutter. 

• Assists in maintaining equipment in the processing area. 

• Performs daily routine maintenance of equipment.  

• Performs basic repairs and works with maintenance personnel to complete other repairs as needed.  

• Performs safety and mechanic inspections to maintain mill and dryer systems. 

• Operates front-end loader and bobcat as needed. Training must be documented before operating equipment. 

• Performs other duties as assigned 

Qualifications:  

Education:  

• High school diploma or equivalent.  

• 0 years related experience   

• Must meet the assessment requirements for this position. 

Skills & Abilities: 

• Must possess basic mechanical skills 

• Must be able to visually monitor electronic equipment, cameras, and control panels to be able to interpret the data and take appropriate actions. 

• Must be able to read and comprehend product specifications. 

• Must understand process controls. 

• Must understand all safety requirements and other communications. 

• Must have good verbal communication skills 

• Must have the ability to use tools 

• Must be able to enter data into computer databases. 

• Must be willing to make decisions within the scope of his responsibilities and be accountable for those decisions. 

• Must satisfy the spirit of WE CARE. 

• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift 

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently 

• Bending, reaching, twisting, stooping, walking, and climbing stairways and ladders frequently 

• Must be able to climb ladders up to 100 feet 

• Must be able to communicate clearly by radio, telephone, and in person 

• Must be able to function in the required role while wearing appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including, but not limited to: Safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, dust mask, protective coveralls, and other as may be required by a hot/cold, dusty, loud industrial environment. 

Shift Hours: 7pm-7am

Hire Rate: $22.90