Production Operator II

Job Description

1195 Intermediate Process Operator – Terre Haute, Indiana 

The 1195 Intermediate Process Operator reports to the Reaction Area Line Manager and is responsible for raw material handling, equipment disassembly-cleaning-assembly, inspection, in-process sampling, HVAC monitoring, and shop sanitation.

Key Elements:

• Prepare raw materials for use including make-up of liquid citric and phosphoric acids and dumping of IP dextrose and IP sorbitol.
• Disassemble, clean and assemble weigh feeders, surge hoppers, flaker belts, equipment filters, mills, hoppers, tanks, evaporators, and sifters.
• Operate and monitor liquid dextrose resin treatment and evaporation equipment
• Remove and install equipment transitions and convey systems.
• Make-up chemical washes for the process equipment.
• Perform master sanitation activities in accordance with defined schedules.
• Must have a working telephone with voicemail so you can be contacted about schedule changes.
   

You will spend your time…

• Monitoring the shop’s equipment via a computerized distributed process control system.
• Sampling and documenting the process stream at various intervals and locations to monitor product quality.  Recording the appropriate information as directed.
• Performing minor mechanical tasks ensuring that equipment is in good operating condition.
• Operating within GMP guidelines at all times, paying particular attention to product quality, food safety and area housekeeping.
• Assisting in the completion of other departmental tasks as required.

Job Requirements

Required Skills & Experience:

• Associate's degree in a technical field or previous operations experience is required.  Previous chemical process experience is desired.
• Strong mechanical, technical, and chemical aptitude is required.
• Must be committed to working in a team environment to achieve group objectives.
• Ability to perform advanced calculations and to read and comprehend complex operating procedures is essential.
• Incumbent must successfully certify for operation of a forklift through internal or external training courses.  Must also successfully certify for confined space entry of tanks and vessels.
• Must work 12 hour rotating shifts, seven days per week, including holidays.  Must work overtime as required.
• Must be capable of completing work while wearing a respirator.
• Must be able to repeatedly lift 55 pounds.

Training:

• Incumbent must complete new employee, departmental, and safety related training.  Must also complete Litesse 1195 Intermediate Process Operations training within 18 months of hire.  Continuous strong and safe performance will enable incumbent to later begin training for the Skilled Operator or other shop position. 
   

While we are interested in all qualified candidates with the potential to work in the United States, we are not able to sponsor visas. Additionally, to qualify for this position, you must be proficient in English, including reading, writing, and verbal communication.