Roles & Responsibilities:

• Follow all Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) procedures as required. Identify opportunities for safety improvements.
• Performs startups, shutdowns and product mix changes across standardized production processes with manual and basic automation components
• Identify technical problems and implement routine or directed solutions
• Follows documented and scheduled maintenance procedures
• Follow routine and repeatable work instructions and product mix specifications and may encounter special instructions in the preparation of ceramic material.
• Learns and applies manufacturing principles and best practices as the method to most effectively complete their work.
• Work closely with other operators to share information for production continuity between shifts, process steps or departments
• Perform in-process quality testing for assigned process area
• Safely operate powered industrial equipment to move material to and from locations within the facility.
• Maintain workspace cleanliness and follow appropriate 6S practices.
• Assist in accurately tracking all inventory, supplies, and raw materials.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Basic reading and math skills
• Must meet all training requirements as defined by department

Experience:

• 1-2 years of manufacturing experience a plus
• Forklift operation required, experience a plus
• Semi-automated machine operation experience preferred

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Communication: Shares information, ideas, feelings, and observations clearly, while also taking the time to listen and respond to others.
• Technology Use: Ability and willingness to learn and navigate various devices and software programs including touch screen technology
• Mechanical Aptitude: Basic mechanical aptitude including selection and use of hand and power tools
• Detail Oriented:  Ability to understand and act on verbal and written instructions to complete tasks with increasing accuracy and thoroughness.
• Time Management: Effectively uses time and proactively follows priorities to meet set targets

Position Specific Physical Requirements                   

• Ability to lift 60 lbs.
• Ability to work from ladders when performing tasks.
• Must be able to climb and descend stairs throughout work shift.
• Must be able to work in a cold or hot work environment.
• May be exposed to a wet or dusty work environment.