Compound Equipment Operator II

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW:
PVC- The Compound Equipment Operator 2, is a medium skilled role that will be required to qualify on one of the two PVC work cells. This person is responsible for safely and efficiently producing a quality product on the assigned work cell
Rubber Compound- The Compound Equipment Operator 2, is a medium skilled role that will be required to operate light compounding equipment. This person is responsible for safely and efficiently producing a quality product on the assigned work cell

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or equivalent
Must read, write, and speak English; Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
Must be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of time
Operator must be able lift up to 45 lbs
Operator must be able to follow instructions
Operator must be able to interpret production orders
Must be a Southwire certified lift driver
Any other job duties as assigned

PRIMARY JOB TASKS:
Operator must possess capacity to coordinate several tasks in such a manner to maximize production while safely maintaining specific rubber/plastic mix procedure and quality
Operator must make judgements concerning quality and lab results to rubber/plastics specifications
Operator is responsible to interact with computer controls to operate machine/work cell
Operator must also interact with computer diagnostics to pinpoint and eliminate various operating problems
Operator must coordinate material handling, production with other operators on the line to ensure a continuous production process
Operator is responsible for maintaining material levels for all levels of operation
Must be able to work under supervision and maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor and peers through verbal instruction and reports
Identify scrap and place into designated scrap areas

CROSS TRAINING:
Will be required to cross-train on equipment within your identified workgroup at your facility
Once trained in more complex jobs, may be required to fill the position in the event of absence or vacancy
Will be required to rotate on a set frequency within your workgroup to maintain skill proficiency

QUALITY:
Use the company’s ISO Quality System documentation to help guide all daily quality activities
Do not release products until all quality checks have been passed
Immediately report quality issues to the supervisor, department manager, or quality manager

SAFETY:
Working safely is a condition of employment
Responsible to observe Southwire safety rules and maintain good housekeeping
Follow all safety procedures and rules
Properly wear all required PPE
Review and know all Job Hazard Analyses for proper job sequence and hazards associated with the jobs assigned to do
Review and know all Safety Data Sheets for the jobs assigned to do 
Maintain all work areas to 5S standards
Perform pre-operation safety inspection and hazard analysis
Follow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
Physical activity associated with daily performance of this job include: balance, climbing, fingering, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, standing, stooping, walking and sitting
Must be able to work in hot and cold environments normally found in a prefabricated building wihtout climate control
Operator may be exposed to high levels of noise and a dusty environment
Operator may be exposed to gaseous lift fumes
Operator may be exposed to hazardous material