Production Operator

Overview

Purafil is the global leader in gas phase (chemical) filtration technology.  Our products and solutions are targeted towards providing superior levels of Indoor Air Quality in a variety of environments including but not limited to oil & gas; water treatment; heavy manufacturing; electronics & semiconductor manufacturing; data centers; transportation; mining;

commercial offices; restaurants & food service; galleries, museums, archives & libraries – for corrosion protection, odor control, health, and preservation applications.

 

We are seeking a dynamic manufacturing leader to join our team to as a shift supervisor to provide operational leadership to our manufacturing associates.  This person is responsible for the safety, compliance, quality, and production on the shift.  The successful individual will also possess a customer-centric focus and deep desire for the shift’s continuous improvement.AVAILABLE SHIFTS: Monday - Friday 6:00AM - 2:30PMFriday - Sunday 6:00PM - 6:30AM

Responsibilities

Job Duties

• Perform all duties in a safe manner and in accordance with company policies.
• Mix liquid impregnate solution for the daily (shift) production.
• Control the combining of liquid and dry chemicals to produce pellets.
• Produce media to specification at a sustained rate to meet daily production goals and quality of product.
• Submit accurate production paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Lead department efforts to reduce setup time at the start of the shift.
• Assist with the setup and startup for the oncoming shift.
• Participate in department efforts to increase media yield.
• Monitor operating supply levels and notify Purafil manufacturing leadership when levels get low.
• Replace waste collection sling bags when required.
• Keep the work area and department clean and organized (i.e., dispose of packaging and cleaning dust and pellets in and around workstations).
• Assist on covering other workstations (CP blend, Module, Puragrid, Dump Station, etc)
• Monitor operating supply levels and notify Purafil manufacturing leadership when levels get low.
• Perform all other tasks as directed by Purafil manufacturing leadership.
• Train other crew members as required.

Qualifications

Skills and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to use a calculator to do basic addition and multiplication.
• Ability to become Purafil forklift certified.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

 

Other

• This position is entirely based in a manufacturing environment. Shifts last 8-12 hours per day, 4-6 days per week.  Most of this time is spent walking and standing on concrete manufacturing floor in extreme heat and cold; climbing stairs and ladders; wearing personal protective equipment including safety glasses, earplugs, safety shoes, and dust mask.  Requires weekend work as production needs dictate.  Be able to lift fifty pounds.