Production Operator

Production Operator

   Location: Osceola AR, United States (US)
   Job Function: Production
   Career Level: Emerging Professionals
   Company: Roehm America LLC

WHAT WE OFFER
As a leading supplier of methacrylate chemicals worldwide we are active in various markets and supply our products for a wide range of applications. At Röhm our strength is our employees. With their creativity and passion, they actively contribute to our success story. We promote an inclusive and open culture and advocate diversity in our teams. With Röhm, you will experience continuous learning in an international environment. Become part of our team and make your career goals come true.

WHAT THE ROLE DELIVERS

The Compounding Operator is responsible for the operation of the on line color extruder, Compounding Twin Screw Extruders, operation of all quality testing equipment, the making of concentrates, set up of feed for the lines and finished product packaging and storage.   Job responsibilities also include quality testing, recording and proper response to testing results.  Additional duties required are housekeeping, the maximization of throughput and yield and the ability to assist in the Molding Compound areas when necessary. 

 

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Carry out work activities safely according to operating instructions where they are available.  Use correct safety equipment.  Comply with the specifics of the overall safety program. 
• Observe safety environment in which you work to offer constructive criticism toward correction of unsafe practices on the part of your fellow workers, unsafe operating conditions and unsafe equipment. 
• Safely respond to Molding Compounds process upsets and emergency conditions. 
• Continually monitor the On Line Color/Compounding lines, particularly through process-conditions information collected during scheduled field equipment “rounds”. 
• Complete quality control tests in compliance with the Control Plan.  Complete additional testing as required to assure Evonik’s standards for quality are met. 
• Careful handling of raw materials and finished product to prevent contamination of the product and of the remaining Molding Compounds lines. 
• Ensure that product is properly and neatly packaged to assure customer satisfaction. 

 

WHAT WE ARE SEEKING

• High School Diploma or equivalent 

• Safety, quality, SOP, and process training as identified in the Training Plan. 

• Technical and computer skills necessary. 

• Problem solving skills 

• Candidate should be able to detect color variation. 

• All production employees are authorized to hold and/or reject non-conforming product in accordance with prescribed procedures. 
• Set up of raw materials (masterbatch, Rubber Modifier, offgrade, virgin PMMA) 
• Operation of the production equipment for the Compounding Lines.  This includes the Twin screw extruder, feed system, rubber modifier conveying system, box and silo conveying system, pelletizer, drier/classifier, and box filling system. 
• Perform rounds at specified intervals to ensure optimum operation of the Compounding Processes. 
• Operate equipment at maximum efficiency. 
• Clean extrusion line equipment to ensure no contamination of material occurs as a result of changeovers in production. 
• Understand proper response to process alarms and different process conditions. 
• Prepare boxes/liners, complete box and bring to storage area. 

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT APPLYING

To ensure the fastest processing of your application please apply online via our careers portal at https://www.roehm.com/en/career.

If you have any questions regarding your application or the application process please contact: Josh Thiel at josh.thiel@roehm.com and refer to the Requisition ID cited below.

 

Roehm America LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please inform us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or perform the job.

 

Please note that Röhm will not accept any unsolicited application documents sent by staffing firms. Röhm works in conjunction with preferred service providers and will not pay any fee to staffing firms in the absence of an appropriate framework agreement. Should Röhm receive a candidate profile from a staffing firm with which it has