Job Requirements Why work for us? Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we're delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before. With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry's most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways. Alkegen offers a range of dynamic career opportunities with globe-spanning reach. From production operators to engineers, technicians to specialists, sales to leadership, we're always looking for top talent ready to bring their best. Come grow with us!

Job Summary:

The purpose of this position is to efficiently set up, adjust, direct, operate, and control various equipment in the production of fabricated ceramic fiber products, as well as related auxiliary equipment and duties; to ensure desired product quality and quantity; to maintain productivity standards; and to ensure a safe operation. This position reports directly to the Fabricated (FAB) Products Supervisor but is also directed by the A OIC (Operator-In-Charge). This position maintains a constant liaison with the Fab Supervisor, the A OIC, other A Operators, B Operators, Quality Assurance, Production Control and Shipping in matters of production, reporting, quality and safety.

Job Responsibilities:

Job responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Efficiently set up, adjust, direct, operate, and control various equipment in the production of fabricated ceramic fiber production, including: Cements & moldables - various mixers and blenders Caulking Foil back Modular blocks - modular block line Folding and pinning Tubes Blocks FyreWrap Special shapes & other Mix materials according to specifications and various products Control and adjust various systems and types of equipment to obtain desired results in product quality Operate power material handling equipment, including various types of forklifts and bobcat Prepare daily production schedule/reports in an efficient manner Make minor adjustments for weight and size Troubleshoot minor maintenance problems Prepare containers, packs, labels, and stores products Stage packaging and finished goods in an effective manner Work successfully in a team environment and exhibit good communication skills Direct and trains personnel of lessor skill Maintain clean, safe, orderly workplace and follows all existing fire and safety rules Must be able to identify quality products

Education :

High School Diploma or GED equivalency is required

Experience :

Previous manufacturing / industrial experience is preferred

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to navigate work instruction system (CEBOS) Capable of doing multiple tasks Organizational skills Good troubleshooting skills Strong technical/mechanical aptitude Must be able to function as a member of a team and be able to work under general supervision Self-starter capable of operating independently Must be able to maintain expected quality levels Comply with all site required policies and procedures

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee is required to execute the following: Withstand the rigors of a 12-hour shift Stand for approximately 95% of the time Bending, reaching, pushing and pulling when retrieving and moving various items Squatting / crouching when retrieving items, making equipment / product inspections, etc. Must perform duties requiring use of small hand tools Possible exposure to elements requiring the production of finished goods Must be able to perform detailed repetitive movement of hands and arms Lift up to 50 pounds periodically without assistance Work at varying heights Exposure to high heat and/or cold Clean work areas and maintain a clean work environment; perform 5S cleaning activities as required

Equipment Used:

Control panels Ball mill Mixer Band saw Hoist Small hand tools Forklift Vacuum system

Pinners Banders FyreWrap Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The duties of this position are performed throughout the entire floor space of Alkegen. Duties are performed primarily in manufacturing areas where compliance with applicable safety rules is required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to work near moving mechanical parts and exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level is moderate.

Contacts :

Internal:

This position works routinely with all Alkegen personnel

External:

This position works occasionally with external vendors, visitors, suppliers, customers, and others

Supervision :

This position supervises no other. Safety Requirements

• Comply with all department and site safety regulations
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Report all job-related illness and injuries per site safety policies
• Report all safety, health and environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner
• Attend safety training as required Quality Statement We are committed to becoming the world's leading specialty materials solution platform providing high quality products that meet or exceed our customers' requirements and help the world breathe easier, live greener and go further than ever before.

We will accomplish this through compliance (customer and internal requirements and applicable laws and regulations), accountability (quality is the responsibility of all employees), exemplary performance (strive to achieve "right the first time" in all activities), and continuous improvement (measure effectiveness and drive improvement against performance indicators). This job description reflects the general details of the specific job identified and is not necessarily a complete listing of all the work requirements that may be involved in the job. If you are interested in being part of a world class xxxx function here at Alkegen then we would love to hear from you. At Alkegen, we strive every day to help people - ALL PEOPLE - breathe easier, live greener and go further than ever before. We believe that diversity and inclusion is central to this mission and to our impact. Our diverse and inclusive culture drives our growth & innovation and we nurture it by actively embracing our differences and using our varied perspectives to solve the complex challenges facing our changing and diverse world. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran's status, or any other protected class.

Pay rate:

$ 22.51 per hour