Dry Blending Machine Operator - Weekend Day Shift

Polyvinyl Films, Inc.
Sutton, MA, US
$18-$20 an hour
Full-time

GENERAL SUMMARY

Set up, operate, and tend to machine to blend / mix chemicals that make the compound for the final product.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS*

Ø Ensure accuracy of weights and measurements of chemical ingredients (resin, oils, and powders) to conform to requirements.

Ø Process ingredients according to formulas.

Ø Dump or pour specified amounts of chemical ingredients into machinery or equipment.

Ø Mix or blend ingredients by starting machines and mixing for specified time.

Ø Heat the mixture to 240 degrees, drop the mixture into large cylinder (chiller) where the compound continues to mix until cooled to 140 degrees.

Ø Transfer cooled compound into large drums (Two drums equal one batch. Fill 70-80 drums that equal 35-40 batches per shift).

Ø Observe production and monitor equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ø Other duties as assigned.

PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ø High school diploma required, GED or equivalent preferred.

Ø 0-2 years of experience required; manufacturing experience in a similar production environment preferred.

Ø Attention to detail and ability to maintain focus.

Ø Knowledge of weights and measurements.

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ø Ability to lift heavy objects, up to 50 lbs

Ø Ability to continuously walk up and down stairs after each batch (70+ times per shift)

Ø Adheres to safety standards and wears personal protection equipment (safety glasses required, mask and gloves optional)

Ø Factory environment, indoors, climate controlled and ventilated

Ø Noise level is usually load

Ø Exposure to dust and vibration

Ø Frequently exposed to manufacturing chemicals

Ø Exposure to machinery and mechanical moving parts

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