Production Operator – 1st Shift Position Available In South Central Connecticut, Connecticut

Production Operator – 1st Shift Volks Resources North Haven, CT, United States 2 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description

Job Title :

Production Operator – 1st Shift (7am-3 : 30pm)

Work Location :

15 Corporate Drive North Haven, CT 06473

Duration :

1 plus year

Job Summary :

Under the direction of the Shift Leader and Production Supervisor / Manager, the Production Associate is responsible for the set up and operation of equipment which blends / mixes / packages / transports the liquid or dry chemicals that comprise our customer products. The production associate ensures safety is their #1 priority; they produce the highest quality product at the lowest possible costs while meeting customer specifications and delivery requirements in accordance with Client’s Corporation policies and procedures. Sets up and starts all machines, checking all controls for adherence to mixing or packaging procedures. Weighs ingredients to meet recipe specification and inserts into machinery Monitors production and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation Troubleshoots equipment and processing issues Operates machinery to mix, discharge or handle materials according to operating procedure. Examines materials visually or physically to ensure conformance with established standards May take samples of materials to lab for evaluations and instructions Refers issues / problems to lead / supervisor for disposition Performs all required machine cleaning Completes and maintains all required computer inputs Responsible for data integrity Documents work completed as required including logs, data reports, procedures, etc. Participates in training, retraining and continual improvement processes and methods Maintains departmental housekeeping standards Supports the vision, mission and guiding principles of the company Demonstrates & meets qualification on blending, packaging, weighing operations & fork lift. Demonstrates team work in all phases of operation. Follows all rules, laws and procedures related to HS&E, ISO and other regulations

Required Skill :

Must be able to read / comprehend written and oral instructions in English Must be able to read and comprehend safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and product recipes / materials Must have mathematical skill to add, subtract, multiply and divide and to apply these skills to weights, measures of volume and distance. Must effectively communicate in writing and verbally in English. Competency in computer and PC software including email, internet, and MS office. Must have manual dexterity for hand tools of various types. Must be able to drive fork lift. Must have problem solving skills and some mechanical aptitude.

Required Education & Experience :

US High School diploma, GED equivalency or equivalent experience Six (6) months to one (1) year of industrial / manufacturing experience a job alert for this search Production 1St Shift • North Haven, CT, United States