Operator (Shar) at Interplastic Corporation – South Bend, Indiana

JOB OVERVIEW:

Reporting to the Production Supervisor or of Molding Products, the Shar Operator (Mixer) will supply both SMC1 and SMC2 with an A-Paste mixture that is needed for the compacting process by operating a series of operations through HMI screens directing the Shar mixers based on a batch sheet that is product specific.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS):

• Champions and leads by example wearing all PPE to perform job duties, (safety glasses/goggles, proper uniforms, cut resistant gloves, etc.).
• Identifies unsafe acts and/or conditions. Resolve if safely possible and report to supervisor any unsafe act or condition.
• Continuously monitor and react to spills particularly those generated by the Shar mixers. Complete Work Orders if the root cause is faulty equipment and communicate to supervisor. Any spill greater than 1 gallon needs to be reported to the Production Supervisor, Production Manager, or HSE Manager.
• Follow the batch sheet provided by the Production Supervisor without deviation.
• Hand weigh small ingredients to be added into the batch manually.
• Dump powders that are in bags into hoppers to be used at the shar mixers.
• Verify the drums, contents and quantities, before starting the Shar operation. Compare the labels on the drums to the batch sheet to make sure they are the same. If there is any difference, contact your supervisor. At the end of your shift, be sure all empty drums have been replaced for the incoming Shar Operator unless directed differently by your supervisor.
• Locate materials in the warehouse and retrieve with a forklift to be used at the Shar mixers.
• Record lot numbers, weights pulled from the HMI screen, any downtime, viscosity checks for each mix, Hold tank number material is to be transferred to, and any variances on the batch sheet.
• Identify, verify, and label the Hold Tank that you will pump the A-paste into before transferring product. Label Hold Tanks with Schedule, batch, and formula numbers when transferring into them.
• Label and dispose of scrap material into the proper waste stream.
• Operate the supersack station when needed.
• Replace empty material drums with new unless directed by supervisor to do something other.
• Fill catalyst kettles on a daily basis. Use a supervisor or Lead to verify the material before adding.
• Help maintain the cleanliness of the catalyst room.
• Dump trash hoppers as they fill on a daily basis.
• Retrieve and submit samples to the QC lab for testing.
• Do quality checks for viscosity and temps on every batch.
• Communicate with the maintenance department and the Production supervisor when machinery breaks down.
• Restock pre-weigh station with raw materials, buckets, pail liners, and pre-weigh containers as needed.
• Report on stock of buckets, pre-weigh containers, and pail liners so that we may get more ordered.
• Fill out daily 6’s checklist sheets that monitors progress for the day.
• Fill out daily downtime reports for lost time on the machinery.
• Log completed batch numbers and time of completion at QC check table when doing the viscosity checks.
• Turn in all completed paperwork at shifts end.
• Generate work orders for machine issues.
• Communicate with oncoming Production Supervisor, and Shar Operator as to where the shar’s stand and any issues you have had throughout the day.
• Always be present when the Shar is transferring product and always seek Maintenance or Supervisory guidance and assistance before attempting to do anything manual on the Shar.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not a comprehensive listing of all duties, activities, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, activities, or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Employees shall perform all tasks assigned by their manager.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• High School Diploma (GED) or equivalent.
• Must have a basic understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment uses, and a general knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing plant environment, preferably in a chemical, SMC, or Extruder field.
• Self-Starter and Multi-Task oriented.
• Good verbal skills.
• Understanding of Chemical Process Equipment and technology.
• Willing to get “hands dirty”.
• Ability to drive a forklift.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Ability to make snap (quick) decisions.
• Must be able to wear a respirator.
• Good record keeping practices.