Production Operator - T-Tape Line

T-Tape Operator Job Description
Position Purpose
The T-Tape Operator is responsible for the safe and accurate manufacturing, processing, and packaging of T-Tape and related special products to meet production schedules, quality standards, and customer specifications. Primary Responsibilities
Essential Functions

• Operate and monitor equipment used in the manufacturing and processing of T-Tape and related specialty products.
• Accurately weigh, measure, blend, and process materials in accordance with established formulas, work instructions, and customer specifications.
• Maintain detailed production records, batch logs, quality documentation, and traceability records.
• Perform cleaning and changeovers of equipment to prevent cross-contamination between products.
• Package and label finished goods in compliance with company and customer requirements.
• Conduct visual and basic quality checks to ensure product meets specifications.
• Safely handle raw materials including powders, alloys, and specialty blends.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Follow all OSHA safety regulations and plant safety procedures.
• Interpret and apply manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and safety guidelines.
• Communicate production or quality concerns promptly to supervision.

Non-Essential Functions

• Attend required safety and production meetings.
• Cross-train in other Special Products operations as assigned.
• Assist with inventory control and cycle counts as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Experience with batching, blending, or specialty materials is a plus.
• Basic math skills required for calculating weights, percentages, and measurements.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to complete required documentation legibly and accurately.

Education
High school diploma or equivalent required. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest.
• Must be able to maneuver (with assistance) 55-gallon drums weighing up to 1,000 lbs.
• Frequent exposure to industrial dusts and metal powders including nickel, chrome, cobalt, copper, silicon, and iron.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including respiratory protection.
• Must be able to adapt to frequent task changes during an 8-hour shift.
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as needed based on production demands.
• Stress levels may vary depending on production schedules.

Equipment Used
Scales, batching equipment, computers, calculators, forklifts, pallet jacks, hand tools, vacuums, and other assigned production equipment.