Chemical Production Operator - Remanufacturing Dept

Chemical Production Operator - Remanufacturing Dept Gage Products Company - 3.4 Ferndale, MI Job Details Full-time 12 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Lifting equipment Computer operation Personal protective equipment (PPE) use Outdoor work Computer literacy Basic math Forklift High school diploma or GED Driving Safety equipment Materials handling Material handling equipment operation Respirator Full Job Description This job posting is for a Production Operator in our Remanufacturing Department. This is an afternoon shift (3:00pm - 11:30pm) with training on days (7:00am - 3:30pm). Pay is

BOE. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitor and operate processes in the remanufacturing department Manage batch tickets and Deacom data entry for batch ticket postings and safely operate equipment to complete order / batch Perform material off-loading, handling, processing, and loading processes Ensure security of plant for weekend shutdown Work area cleanup and maintenance integrating Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles to continuously improve cleanliness and appearance of work areas Routine equipment inspection and minor repair / maintenance Utilize Kanban principles to prevent unnecessary buildup of inventories in work areas; continuously strive to minimize inventory levels of all materials. Focus on continuous improvement, and communicate improvement ideas on a frequent basis to fuels supervisor Work smoothly with personnel from other departments, including laboratory, health and safety, other production departments, management, and all other employees of Gage. Remain vigilant at all times and report any suspicious findings to area supervisors Operate plant vehicles, including hi-lo's, drum pickers/squeezers, and yard switchers Maintain a positive and optimistic attitude

QUALIFICATIONS

(Skills, knowledge, experience): Ability to interact with a computer on a frequent basis Basic math skills (high school level) High school diploma or equivalent Leadership, communication, problem solving and decision making skills Self-motivated, must be able to function without direct supervision Chemical and hazardous material handling skills helpful Required to operate yard switcher and fork truck

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Climb ladders Able to lift up to 60 pounds Able to work in the outdoors for extended periods of time Able to wear an air purifying respirator and other safety equipment Able to drive powered industrial vehicles such as fork lifts

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): What is your desired hourly rate?

Years of chemical experience:

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location:

In person