Associate Process Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

The Process Operator at LTF is responsible for running all manufacturing-owned operations within the Lignin production process, operating support equipment and following standards and procedures for the Plant to ensure maximum production quantity and quality. This includes responsibility for operation / manipulation of equipment and controls to carry out procedures, and completion of in-process analytical data for process decisions and verification, while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of the company.

This role requires the understanding of all critical aspects of Safety, Quality and Production to effectively monitor and execute needed actions as well as train / support peers as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Participate in safety, health and environmental programs and adhere to safety and quality protocols including, but not limited to, wearing PPE to protect associate from potential hazards
• Operate various equipment and instrumentation safely and with little supervision. Equipment may include but is not limited to : packaging line, forklift, scissor lift, tanks, hoses, sensors, transmitters, valves and pumps
• Responsible for start-up, shut down, lock-out / tag-out and continuous monitoring and improvement of production process, controls and alarms
• Sample, test and record process and product values as required by quality procedures and standards
• Load liquid product into tanker trucks and rail cars
• Monitors, controls, and records plant operations and failures
• Participate in shift-turnover meetings and monitoring defined shift Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) with Shift Supervisor
• Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Assist warehousing and Shift Supervisor as needed
• Ability to work rotating shifts (including weekends and holidays) and willingness to work overtime when needed
• Must be able to periodically lift up to 55 lbs

Requirements : Core Competencies :

Preferred :