RxD Operator III
On-siteNew Castle, Delaware, United States
Job Summary
Operate the RxD dispersion manufacturing unit at the COUS site, performing all activities within EHS, quality, and corporate guidelines on a right-first-time basis. Monitor in-process and post-batch data, run process control systems, and execute routine cleanouts and equipment changeovers. Independently manage priorities, investigate quality near misses or failures, and log incidents to support root cause analysis. Maintain compliance with GMP, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 standards while participating in continuous improvement and 5S initiatives. Work rotating shifts to support 24/7 manufacturing, reporting equipment issues and managing personal leave to ensure full coverage.
Required Qualifications
- 2-5 yrs manufacturing experience preferably within a chemical environment
- Proven ability and desire to learn new processes and operate them independently and correctly
- Strong understanding of EHS requirements associated with chemical manufacturing
- Experience using Standard Work Processes along with Operational Discipline Principles
- Good understanding of GMP with regard to printing ink and dispersion manufacturing
- Solid basis of knowledge in Continuous Improvement tools and problem solving
- Demonstrated teamwork skills and actions
- Effectively manage conflict, be continuously alert, proactive and capable of responding to any problems that occur within the range of responsibility
- This includes prompt & effective action in abnormal situations to minimize product loss or personal injury
- Strong oral and written communication and organizational skills
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations as required by the process instructions to ensure accurate additions of raw materials
- Ability to learn and effectively use automation systems such as PLC, HMI panels, etc to operate the process
- Basic knowledge of MS Office and other computer tools for word processing, spreadsheets, and other computer-based tasks
- Must be able to work independently on nights or weekends or other times when supervision is not present
- Capability to learn all aspects of the production unit operations including equipment, process key parameters and basic chemistry, hazards, process control computer interfaces, etc in order to effectively operate and troubleshoot
Desired Qualifications
- Understanding of Quality Systems and ISO registrations
- Batch production experience
- Process control and HMI usage familiarity
- Experience with mechanical equipment such as pumps, filters, mills, centrifuge, packout equipment
- It is strongly encouraged to be trained as Emergency Coordinator / Contact onsite to handle emergency situations (injuries, spills, fires, etc.)
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