Machine Operator

About the job: 

The Manufacturing Operator, aligned to the Fabrication area, is responsible for performing manufacturing processes in any combination of required tasks associated with the safe and efficient operation of the production line as it relates to producing water elements (membrane). Manufacturing Operator will be involved in multiple different phases of the production and will perform tasks as specified in written procedures to support the full production process; manufacturing/rolling, finishing, testing/packaging, and handling of materials. Manufacturing Operators are self-starters who can identify, prioritize, and simultaneously accomplish multiple tasks using time management. Manufacturing Operator must have strong attention to detail, and strong communication to demonstrate leadership – inspire others and lead them through influence. Manufacturing Operator must also be able to work within an empowered team environment, and in addition to the primary tasks, the Manufacturing Operator will need to fix or adjust the machines with hand tools as needed. 

Skills and Responsibilities:  

• Maintain a safe working environment and participate in all required safety programs, trainings, and activities
• Follow Operating Discipline principles, procedures and practices to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areas
• Operate and field check process equipment by monitoring process conditions, equipment, and control systems if necessary
• Reads production schedule to determine set up product to be produced during the current days production run
• Responsible for working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to elements such as; odor, noise, dust, heat, cold, chemicals and other elements
• Receive direction from area leads/supervisor and complete assigned tasks
• Responsible for adhering to strict safety and environmental guidelines to include wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Must be able to make decisions related to safety, quality, and operations with minimal amount of supervision.
• Must be able to meet moderate physical effort as required to include:
• Lifting occasionally of up to 50 pounds; bending, pushing, pulling, and twisting required on a daily basis
• While performing the duties of this job, you may be required to stand; stand and/or walk for up to 8 or 12 hours per day, walk (up and down stairs); twist; bend; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or climb for extended periods of time; and will require the ability to lift maneuver and carry up to 45 lbs, pull with up to 82 lbs force and push with up to 50 lbs force.
• Assure completion of day to day operating tasks to achieve production results for assigned work group
• Accountable for maximized productivity and yield in assigned shift and cell for the overall business success
• Responsible to lead start of shift data review and complete a successfully exchange or hand-off with previous shift
• Lead or delegate housekeeping efforts per department expectations
• Monitor, troubleshoot and adjust equipment based on work process data within known boundaries.
• Perform routine and non-routine complex maintenance on equipment (refer complex mechanical problems to a Maintenance Technician). Act as a final Gate troubleshooter prior to escalating need to the Tech Advisor or Maintenance group 
   

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience: 

• 3 years technical diploma required. Preferably Mechanical or Electrica
• 3 years of manufacturing or related experience required
• Ability to read, write and speak English is required 

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel, and can learn new systems quickly is preferred
• Fork Lift; power materials handling equipment operation experience/certification is preferred
• Able to read and navigate Human-Machine-Interface (HMI) panels
• Must be willing to adhere to all safety standards, and exhibit a strong commitment to safety for themselves and for others
• Good interpersonal skills are required
• Able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves (nitrile), face shield, safety glasses, shield, ear plugs, safety shoes, Tyvek sleeve, plastic apron, and respirator for the working shift.
• Emotional intelligence - Being aware of your and others' emotions and using that awareness to guide your interactions in a way that achieves our business goals
• Business judgement - Awareness, understanding, and navigation of our business to enable improvement or development of solutions in your role that improve our business and our customers' experience
• Functional skills - The specific skills and experiences needed to deliver and accelerate in your current role and throughout your career
• Organizational skills - Having and using the knowledge of our organization's systems, procedures, and culture to identify issues and/or opportunities and take action on them in a way that meets the needs of customers and magnifies your impact 

Behaviour/Core Competencies:

• Inspiring trust - Earns the respect of others; follows through on commitments; authentic; open to feedback; acknowledges and affirms contributions of others 
• Actively listening - Knows what she/he doesn't know; welcomes input from others; takes time to clearly understand and respond; allows people the time to express their point; open to influence
• Self-driven - "Sense of purpose"; driven by a higher agenda; demonstrates the ability to elevate and remain objective; able and willing to take risks and do difficult things
• Resilient - Does not fall to pieces at the first "blow" or failure; stays focused during organizational turmoil; handles pressure and does not take things personally
• Collaborating with others - Empowers purposeful engagement; "servant leader"; keeps things simple; engages individuals/team to achieve superior results; creates an atmosphere of value-driven outcomes
• Appreciating differences - Seeks out and surrounds her/himself with people who are and think differently; people want to work with and learn from her/him; broader awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion
• Playing to win - Just won't give up; finds a way when others find excuses; will not let obstacles get in the way; goes beyond "tolerating" complexity and grey zones
• Accountable - Takes responsibility for actions; communicates with transparency; recovers from mistakes; owns their impact 
   

HSSEQ:

The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it's clients and the governing authorities of the host country. 

Maintain standards of HSE and comply with Company's Health, Safety & Environment Management System requirements. Take reasonable care of one's own health and safety and that of others in the workplace. Follow and maintain Company standards of Quality in accordance with Company Quality System requirements.