Manufacturing Technician 4

BEPC has an open position for a Manufacturing Technician in St Louis, MO!
Contract W2 Period: 12-month contract with possibilities for extensions
Pay & Benefits: $25.00 - $33.00/hr. Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Pay: $25-$33/hr. (offer will depend on experience)
Hours are 6am-6pm on the same rotating 2 week schedule. (Week 1 – M,T,F,S / Week 2 – Su, W, Th).
Chemical manufacturing experience.
Military experience highly preferred
Seeking Bachelors Degree - Chemistry

Run lines/ automation - will be operating machines vs. hand filling
Forklift experience

In this role the contractor will be participating in chemical reactors, adding chemicals to reactors. This is NOT a mixing chemicals position.

Description

· Supports operational functions, provides technical guidance, assists with the implementation of improvements, and works on departmental projects in order to ensure department and corporate objectives are satisfied.

· Ability to cover floor operations when supervisor is out or away from the office. Communicate the status of operations to shift supervision.

· Engages in problem solving and performance management within the business area the team leader is responsible for.

· Assists Supervisor to maintain workflow in department.

· Provides training as needed for new personnel or as needed.

· Maintains a high-quality work environment by sharing knowledge and experiences so team members are motivated to perform at their highest level.

· Keeps supervisor informed of potential and/or existing concerns.

· Leads by example in performing core manufacturing job elements by meeting or exceeding
performance expectations, following health and safety guidelines, job accuracy, and following
company and regulatory requirements.

· Participates in and supports the development and implementation of process improvement projects including test cycles to challenge current practices, improve system efficiency, enhance customer service, and maintain compliance.

· Troubleshoot problems within the department – including root cause analysis and development of
solutions to avoid future occurrences.

· Demonstrates working knowledge of department operating systems.

· Maintains orders, work areas and stock locations in a safe, clean, and organized manner.

· Reports unsafe or potentially unsafe hazards to any member of management

· Miscellaneous duties and tasks as assigned.

· Exemplary attendance and adherence to schedule

Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering or other scientific discipline.

· 1-2 years of experience in a production environment preferred or associate degree with 5 years large scale chemical manufacturing experience.

· 2-3 years of working in a similar environment preferred.

· 1 year production experience.

· Detail oriented with excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

· Logical approach to problem solving.

· Experience with customer interactions.

· Knowledge of Process Improvement methodology (e.g., PDSA, Lean Manufacturing, and/or Six Sigma).

· Ability to operate powered industrial equipment, Reactor systems, Industrial centrifuges and dryers, Ion exchange columns, and DCS systems. SAP, Word, Excel, Access, experience a plus.

· Knowledge of product flow throughout the manufacturing process.

· Ability to effectively communicate in a professional manner with all levels of staff both orally and written.

· Ability to work in a group setting.

· Ability to demonstrate attention to detail.

· Ability to work quickly and adjust to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

· Demonstrated problem-solving and team building skills with the ability to work with a diverse group of people.

Additional Local Needs:

• Production Shift work could include: 12 hour shifts, night schedules with competitive shift

differential, and/or rotating shifts working during various days of the week

• Requires the ability to lift and carry up to 55 pounds while wearing personal protective equipment,

including respirators, for an extended time. Ability to move 300 pound drums of material, assists available as needed.

USOPS

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $33