Production Operator in Augusta, Georgia at Oxerra Americas Inc

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Always ensure full compliance with Oxerra and local site EHS and Business Conduct Policies, Guidelines and Rules.

· Ensure that operating discipline principles, procedures, and practices are followed, to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areas.

· Operate and field check process equipment.

· Monitor process conditions, equipment, and control systems.

· Perform tasks assigned to operations as per a standard task list including field checks, equipment preparation, samples, etc.

· Use troubleshooting skills to resolve process related deviations and problems.

· Initiate and participate in root cause investigations as required.

· Perform crisis response activities.

· Use process knowledge and skill to make improvements in plant performance and operating discipline.

· Use measurements and tools in the plant to run at optimum conditions.

· Perform process equipment troubleshooting, minor repairs, improvements, and preventative maintenance, utilizing appropriate processes and disciplines.

· Manage multiple and complex plant computer control systems.

· Complete process data recording including raw material and finished goods inventories, in an accurate, timely and legible manner.

Skills and Qualifications:

· Ability to speak, write, and read English preferably.

· Ability to work in a team environment.

· Ensure a safe work environment by working safely and complying with environmental, health, and safety standards.

· Have a strong work ethic and be able to remain productive in an empowered team environment.

· Have good technical skills to learn how to operate both manual and highly automated equipment.

· Ability to understand, analyze, and resolve technical problems.

Education and Experience:

· High school diploma or GED required.

· 2 years’ experience in a chemical manufacturing environment preferred.

· Previous experience operating forklifts and other powered industrial equipment is preferred.