Compounding Operator 3rd

Compounding Operator 3rd

Position Objective: Operates all compounding extrusion systems and PET processing equipment, at posted process specifications while insuring quality color products meet requirements.

Essential Duties:

• Operates all compounding extrusion systems at posted process specifications while insuring quality color products meet the following requirements:
• Finished product is free of contamination. Finished product is consistently the correct color shade, correct pellet form and size.
• Reviews status of work in progress with off going Compounding Operator.
• Records operating conditions reading at the start of the shift, every hour, any condition change and start up.
• Performs screen pack change procedure as required to keep extruder back pressure within process specification tolerances.
• Insures correct additive are blended per the premix. Checks container label. Verifies color of pigment, per labeling and the premix sheet. Notifies management of any discrepancy.
• Insures all additives are blended at the correct percentages with the online blender. Enters all percentages into blender. Insures a constant supply of raw material to all blender weigh hoppers. Enters weigh hopper presets into the blender control computer. Determines and installs correct gearbox/auger/sleeve combinations for each weigh hopper at product change. Calibrates weigh hoppers at every product change of each shift. Monitors all blender critical functions and records on operating conditions form and color batch verification form as required.
• Performs color change procedure as required. Saves all remaining material from previous batch for recycling, package and delivers to Color Compounding Tech Assistant (1195). Cleans and prepares online blender for upcoming color batch. Determines amount of purging necessary to make transition from one color batch to the next with least amount of waste possible and no contamination of color batch being started up. Purges compound line. Disassembles Rotex screener. Cleans all pellets and dust from pelletizing system components and material handling components. Reassembles Rotex screener. Sets pelletizer blades. Insures downstream equipment is ready to receive product before any product transfer is initiated. Restarts compound line.
• Maintains accurate records of all down time (cause, result, total time).
• Assists in color changes on other lines other than the lines he/she is operating.
• Performs pellet count test as required.
• Maintains pellet size within process specification by means of SPC pre-control pellet charting.
• Troubleshoots processing problem as required.
• Performs minor mechanical repair work as needed: clears stopped water pipes, removes wraps from cutter hubs, and replaces worn blades as needed.
• Verify equipment settings are correct per posted process specification sheet.
• Changes out quench bath water on strand lines.
• Adds 3 droppers of de-foamer to quench water as needed.
• Notifies management immediately of any mistakes, unexpected occurrences, equipment malfunctions, and the creation of or discovery of nonconforming material. Follow the Control of Nonconforming Product Handling for disposition of nonconforming product.
• Maintains all equipment in a safe, operable condition.
• Operates lift truck as required.
• Performs lift truck checklist as required.
• Changes lift truck battery as required.
• Adheres to all lock out/tag out procedures.
• Performs housekeeping in the production area and the concentrate warehouse and rail siding, as required.
• Complies with procedures found in Shaw Management System (SMS).
• Performs all job duties using safe work methods.
• Complies with Corporate Absenteeism and Tardiness Policy.
• Complies with S.A.F.E. System procedures.
• Works normally scheduled days adhering to starting and stopping times. Works overtime as required.

Other Job Duties:

• Assists Color Plant associates, as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit, walk, stand, bend, stoop, squat, lift, carry, climb, and reach, as required.
• Must be able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds, as required.
• Must be able to ascend and descend stairs/ladders, as required.
• Must be able to operate a hoist, as required.
• Must be able to push pallet jacks loaded weighing up to 1800 pounds, as required.
• Must be able to work with hands over head, as required.

Other Requirements:

• Must successfully complete Lift Truck Operator certification.
• Must possess good interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work holidays, weekends, and overtime as required.
• Must perform any other job duties as assigned by supervision.

Training Requirements:

• Must attend a one (1) day orientation training session familiarizing new associate with the Plant and basic procedures.
• Must attend Quality/Safety training as required.
• Must participate in an on the job training session familiarizing the new associate with their job duties.

Tool, Equipment, & Material Requirements:

• Responsible for safety equipment issued including safety glasses, earplugs, and safety vest.
• Responsible for equipment, materials, and supplies necessary to perform assigned tasks.

Safety & Security Requirements:

• Must maintain a safe and clean work area at all times.
• Must report any unsafe conditions to supervision.
• Must report all accidents no matter how slight to supervision immediately.
• Must wear personal protective equipment as required while on the job.
• Must comply with all plant and department safety rules and regulations.
• Must wear safety required shoes.

Work Shift: 8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to out-punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts PM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.