Machine Operator

Job Description

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Job Description: As the Electro-Separations Machine Operator, you will operate brand new membrane coating equipment. Some tasks that you’ll be doing include chemical mixing, quality checks, operating the manufacturing line, troubleshooting the line, and packaging. You will perform quality workmanship and keep scheduled deadlines to meet customer expectations.

Essential Responsibilities:

As the Electro-Separations Machine Operator, you will:

● Observe all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) rules, including housekeeping practices; participate in EHS meetings, investigations, and audits ● Proactively communicate and address safety concerns ● Set-up, operate, and clean membrane production equipment ● Conduct handling and mixing of chemicals according to prescribed formulas and procedures (strong acids, bases, and solvents are used in regular processes).

Extensive PPE will be required during this task.

● Enter production data into database, forms, logs, and SAP accurately, clearly, and completely ● Move raw materials and finished products to proper locations ● Monitor and document raw material and final product quality, including making adjustments to coating processes to assure membrane meets specifications ● Perform troubleshooting to identify and correct root cause of malfunction to minimize scrap ● Follow all life-critical policies and procedures (Lock-out/Tag-Out, Confined Space Entry, Line-Break) ● Contain, label, store, and transfer hazardous waste according to applicable regulations ● Support area cycle counts ● Perform regularly scheduled maintenance and calibration procedures ● Prepare and package membrane ● Assist in process changes and new product development ● Perform any additional duties as assigned by Supervisor, Facilitator, or Lead

Qualifications/Requirements:

● Minimum of 1 year (12-months) of experience as a machine operator, maintenance

technician, chemical mixer/handler, or military service in a technical background -OR- minimum of 6 months of experience as a membrane operator

● Ability to lift/ handle up to 50 lbs

Eligibility Requirements:

● Willingness to work with chemicals, including solvents and acids ● Ability to work overtime ● Willing to perform preventative maintenance (changing filter, strainers, cleaning) ● Willingness to wear personal protective equipment, for example safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, safety shoes, and, on an intermittent basis, respirator protection in the form of a PAPR as well as a chemical resistant suit ● Willingness to be trained and practice forklift operations, LOTO operations, confined space operations (HVAC HEPA Filter Changes)

Desired Qualifications/Requirements:

● Associate’s Degree in engineering, industrial technology, instrumentation, automated systems and robotics, electronics engineering technology, industrial controls and robotics, right skills now for manufacturing, chemistry, or similar technical associates degree ● Familiarity with plumbing/ fluid transfer basics including valve orientation, air bleeding, isolation, and more ● Inventory control experience using SAP or other inventory control program ● Experience troubleshooting a continuous web or paper handling process ● Ability to complete simple shop math calculations (percentages, chemical usage rates, yields, etc.) ● Programmable Logic Control experience ● High attention for detail to ensure safe and accurate chemical mixing ● Knowledge and understanding of web-handling manufacturing ● Trained to operate a fork truck in a manufacturing area ● Strong communication skills ● Ability to learn and understand all policies, practices, and procedures ● Experience working with chemicalsCompany Description

Select Source International (SSI) is a distinguished staffing company with nearly 25 years of experience, renowned for delivering top-tier workforce solutions encompassing staffing, recruiting, and managed services. As a proud supplier, we bring a wealth of expertise and best-in-business differentiators to comprehensively support your diverse workforce needs.

Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, SSI has established itself as a global leader, serving a broad clientele across industries with unwavering dedication and excellence. SSI is ISO 9001, 14001, and Soc2 Type2 certified, underscoring our commitment to quality and security. We have garnered numerous sustainability and supplier diversity awards, further validating our industry-leading capabilities