Lead Automated Flare Technician [2nd Shift]

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Operates mix, extrude, grain machining, and final assembly equipment via control center. Assists Area Supervisor in leading and managing personnel in Building 90 production and Building 91 materials facility. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Remotely operates machine equipment using control panels and computer systems
• Monitors control panel for alarms of all production equipment from mixing to final assembly, stops production when required, and alerts supervisor and proper personnel (example: safety, maintenance, engineering, etc.) to rectify alarm situation
• Assists production supervisor with oversight of operations and operators in their assigned area(s)
• Orders materials to keep production lines running
• Writes and reconciles grain batch route sheets
• Completes all required daily production paperwork/ documentation for their assigned area(s) of responsibility and ensures that paperwork is submitted to the required personnel at the end of shift
• Ensures batch counts are being performed accurately on every batch being processed at each required process level to maintain batch integrity and traceability
• Other duties assigned by supervisor to include but not limited to cleaning of all production equipment 
• Performs all duties of Advanced Flare Technicians and Advanced Material Handlers when needed

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• Assists Production Supervisor in leading all operations personnel within Building 90 production and Building 91 materials facility

Requirements

EDUCATION

• Associates degree or technical degree (controls/PLC or similar) preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience

EXPERIENCE

• Three years of related experience in a manufacturing environment (machine operations preferred)
• Working experience with FANUC robotics 
• Previous leadership experience preferred

SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to pass physical exam for use of respirators and Pyro suit
• Pyro suit certified within 30 days
• Ability to lead teams in daily operations
• Excellent computer operating skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Critical/analytical thinking ability
• Ability read and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and process specifications
• Will be required to take an aptitude assessment
• Strong communication skills

PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to handle energetic and non-energetic material
• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential job functions of this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Employees will be expected to perform other job functions and duties as may be needed and/or required.  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The company shall afford equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or membership in any other class protected by an applicable federal, state, local, or foreign anti-discrimination law. The company shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. These regulations also prohibit discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because the employee or applicant inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant.

KILGORE FLARES, LLC maintains a policy to take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are recruited, employed, promoted, demoted, transferred, laid off, terminated, trained, and compensated without regard to race, color, age