Utility Operator

Job Overview:

The Utility Operator B performs a variety of general and skilled labor functions in support of packaging, processing, warehousing and plant aesthetics.

Responsibilities:

• Performs packaging, processing or warehousing duties such as:

• Reclaiming damaged pallets, unloading and loading trucks, assists with loading railcars, placing dunnage, etc., and/or;

• Assisting with changing screens, cleaning elevators, cleaning out pipes, etc., and/ or.

• Reclaiming damaged pallets, stacking, bailing, sewing, etc.

• Operates equipment such as bobcat, front-end loader, sweeper, forklift and road sweeper to move debris, waste receptacles, pallets, and other materials on the plant grounds.

• Performs general clean-up using manual equipment such as shovels, brooms, mops, fire hoses and floor jacks.

• Performs pre-operational equipment checks and monitors performance and gauges during operation.

• Follows all safety rules and regulations.

• Keeps all areas clean and free of clutter.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Must meet assessment requirements.

• Must pass basic computer skills assessment. (Powders only)

• Must be able to read, comprehend, and act on product specifications, SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures), PWI (Process Work Instructions), AIQ processes, and similar documents.

Skills & Abilities:

• Must be able to effectively communicate with team leader, shipping/receiving clerks, scheduler, supervisors, customers, drivers, etc.

• Must satisfy the spirit of WE CARE.

• Must be able to sit on required equipment throughout shift.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently.

• Bending reaching, twisting, stooping, walking and climbing stairways and ladders frequently.

• Good sight and hearing to avoid hazard.

• Must be able to function in the required role while wearing appropriate PPE including, but not limited to: Safety glasses, hearing protection, dust mask, protective coveralls, and pother as may be required by a hot/cold, dusty, loud industrial environment.