Operator Job Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret production orders to determine required materials and number of batches.
• Measure and weigh cleaning materials (rubber/water) to clean rotors effectively.
• Set heater temperatures (170–180°F) and perform rotor cleaning.
• Review and prepare mixer orders by locating and organizing raw materials in mixing sequence.
• Weigh each ingredient accurately, ensuring the scale is zeroed before each measurement.
• Use plastic bags to hold raw materials during weighing.
• Enter ingredient amounts into the computer system.
• Verify raw materials meet specifications, rounding measurements to the nearest tenth and keeping values at the lower end of the fraction.
• Shut down the control panel to perform mixer clean‑outs.
• Inspect and clean the mixing area to prevent contamination, including machine interior, exterior, and surrounding floor.
• Follow mixing directions step‑by‑step according to the production order.
• Monitor temperature gauges to ensure proper batch mixing conditions.
• Test batch temperature using a probe to confirm it is within required parameters.
• Secure the mixing area after each batch.
• Deliver first‑batch samples to the lab for testing and follow instructions for adjustments or continuation.
• Drop approved batches to the extruder conveyor and monitor the extruder control panel for proper flow.
• Communicate with the Extruder Operator to maintain smooth line operation.

Operator Job Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of manufacturing experience, including operation of production equipment and fork trucks.
• Demonstrated competency with computers and basic PC software.
• Ability to lift 50 repeatedly throughout the shift.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

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