Production Operator

Hourly Production Operator

BENEFITS:  Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Quarterly Bonus Eligible

Shift: TBD

Pay: $26.9664 - $30.5964

Shift Differential:  $0.40 on 2^nd shift / $0.45 on 3^rd shift

AHF Products has a job opportunity for a Production Operator to be in Kankakee, IL.

Reporting to the Operations Manager and on Shift Team Lead, the Production Operator will be responsible for mixing chemical compounds to form tiles, adding coloration, setting up various equipment that sizes, grinds, handles and transports tiles through forming, shaping, heating, drying, and packaging for warehousing or customer shipment.

JOB DUTIES:


* Perform operator PM’s; utilization of the computer control systems; perform cold start-ups and shutdowns; assist with die changes; perform daily walk through. 



* Work the material control panel and related equipment 



* Input formulas for mixing the tile's raw materials 



* Maintain appropriate levels of raw materials so that work processing runs continuously 



* Add in defined levels/weights of pigments for controlling colors and pattern schedules 



* Understand and adhere to daily production schedules 



* Properly grind and store materials for the sizing and grinding operations 



* Acquire mastery of the sizing systems components, limitations, and use 



* Ensure that quality standards are achieved, and rework is minimized 



* Understand how to use the elevator loads and procedures for moving products 



* Safety - always follow all safety guidelines: complete monthly safety training; know and use PPE equipment as required; locate, read, and understand MSDS’; follow job safety analysis procedures, follow LOTO rules, etc. 



* Agree to work with and support the work team as a unit.

Rotate through all the duties of the team unit.  Actively participate in troubleshooting processing problems. 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:


* High school diploma or general education degree (GED). 



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