Plant Operator - Day Shift Milling - PrideStaff

Position Summary;

Milling - Day Shift

Controls equipment systems that process chemical substances into specified products. Monitors the production process and ensure efficiency of systems and equipment. Helps handle and manage chemical raw materials; load raw materials into processing equipment; monitor the equipment performance including temperature and pressure; and discharge and package finished product at the end of the cycle.

Essential Skills:

• Operates batch processing equipment which includes blenders, storage tanks, pumps, bulk loading and packaging systems, forklifts, etc.
•  Processes batches according to product manufacturing procedures and equipment standard operating procedures (SOP)
• Enters Batch Data into Company software for products and raw materials ? Documents batch data on batch sheets, and material records
• Verify raw material availability and inform Production planner of any discrepancies
• Blend scheduled products according to the process order specifications and customer requirements
• Carry out all packaging requirements as per schedule and customers’ needs
• Prepare and inspect semi-bulk tanks prior to filling
• Load and unload all bulk trucks and trailers with inbound and outbound shipments
• Provide problem solving input for production issues
• Sample product Quality Control Lab approval
• Arrange for bulk loading and unloading times
• Label all packaged goods with the correct labels
• Write near miss incidents
• Stage raw materials and transfer chemicals into vessels, trucks, totes, drums, etc.
• Inform Foreman of equipment repairs needed and write maintenance request forms
• Maintain good housekeeping ? Assist with inventory counting
• Abides by all safety procedures and practices applicable to location and position; participates in appropriate safety training; demonstrates commitment to and support of EH&S principles and values; champions safety as necessary
• Performs other duties assigned by management that fall within the generally expected scope of this position

Previous Experience:

• Prior experience in a Production/Chemical Manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with chemical movement and handling including bulk trucks and various packages
• Experience with TDG, segregation of dangerous goods, and safe handling of chemicals
• Working knowledge of various transportation methods including bulk trucks
• Strong commitment to safety and quality standards
• Strong team player and collaboration skills
• Must be able to lift/move 55 pounds
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

Education Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Forklift experience (Sit Down)-company will provide certification upon transition

Employment Specifics:

• Pay $16/hr. bump to $16.50/hr. after forklift certification and bump to $18.32/hr. upon transition.
• Location - Waller, TX just off 290 Zip: 77484
• Hours - Day Shift 5AM to 3PM this is a 7/24 operation with opportunity for lots of overtime
• Great company with great benefits

For immediate consideration apply online at www.pridestaff.com/houstonnw/jobsearch!

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $16.00 - $18.32 Per Hour