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POSITION OVERVIEW

The Chemical Operator is responsible for the set up and operation of production equipment in their assigned production area used to produce microencapsulated products in a safe and efficient manner. The role utilizes both automated and manual systems to add raw materials, initiate and monitor the process to transform the raw materials into finished product. Several actions require manual operator actions that include obtaining samples for testing, manual material additions, and documentation of critical process steps.This position is Monday - Friday 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safe handling of equipment and materials understanding the hazards and proper utilization of PPE
• Maintain on time production schedule by coordinating daily activities in both the new Appleton plant and the Pilot Capsule plant.
• Accurate and timely in completion of tasks and documentation
• Effective communication with team members and management
• Work overtime to cover vacancies/vacations and meet Customer requirements, including weekends
• Promote teamwork by assisting other where and when needed
• Train new or less experienced team members
• Cross train to other processes and positions for business continuity and flexibility
• Operate equipment in accordance with SOP's
• Observe, adjust, and monitor equipment to ensure safety, quality, and efficient operation
• Complete manual operations as required by the process
• Document process critical data timely and accurately
• Issue materials and complete orders in ERP system
• Maintain 5S standards
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts
• Perform basic care, housekeeping and maintenance of equipment and work area
• Communicate operational needs within team and with management
• Attend all plant meetings and complete all trainings on time
• Carry out additional duties as assigned
• Ability to occasionally push, pull and carry up to 60 pounds
• Ability to wear a respirator as required by the task being performed or chemical safety data sheets.
• Work safely around and appropriately handle hazardous chemicals around plant.

QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Customer Orientated - Ability to meet or exceed customers' needs while following company procedures
• Detail Orientated - Ability to pay attention to all details of a project or task and the ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Tactful - Ability to show consideration for and maintain good relations with others
• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations
• Flexibility - Ability to work through change while maintaining a positive attitude

The successful candidate will have strengths in the following:

• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
• Experience in Process Safety Management (PSM) or ISO9001 facility preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft software applications helpful. Keyboarding proficiency and general computer knowledge/experience preferred

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.