Operator I

Summary

The primary responsibility of this position is to produce products and package materials for Heraeus Epurio LLC, meeting customer specifications.  New hires normally start in Packaging and move into Production (unless you have experience in our industry).  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Packaging Responsibilities:

• Measure and weigh chemical ingredients, according to procedure.
• Read and understand batch procedures and work instructions including related MSDSs (material safety data sheets).
• Record operational data, such as weights, ingredients used, processing times, or test results.
• Draw samples of products for the Analytical Department.
• Observe safety precautions to prevent overflow, fires, explosions or spills.  
• Notify internal resources as directed to troubleshoot technical issues with equipment.
• Follow safety guidelines for handling materials and equipment with the use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as required.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of working area and equipment to avoid contamination.

Production Responsibilities:

• Read and follow batch procedures, work instructions, and related Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and measure, weigh, and mix chemical ingredients accordingly.
• Operate equipment for chemical purification or reaction during product processing.
• Monitor instruments (gauges, flowmeters, recorders) to ensure process conditions are maintained.
• Adjust controls to regulate temperature, pressure, and flow as directed by supervision.
• Modify equipment settings to optimize reaction speed, product quality, or yield per supervisor guidance.
• Record operational data including temperatures, pressures, ingredients, and test results.
• Collect product samples for quality control analysis at designated stages to assess chemical properties.
• Retrieve analytical results via SharePoint and SAP.
• Use SAP for goods issue/receipt transactions during processing steps.
• Identify and escalate process issues, providing timely updates to supervision.
• Follow safety protocols to prevent spills, fires, explosions, or overflows.
• Inspect equipment for leaks or malfunctions and shut down if necessary.  Notify internal teams to troubleshoot equipment issues as directed.
• Use appropriate PPE and follow safety guidelines for handling materials and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area and equipment per 5S standards.
• Assist with other duties and special projects, as assigned.

Education and Experience

A High School Diploma or GED is required; basic chemistry, reading and math skills are required.  One year of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment is strongly preferred. The equivalent combination of experience and/or education will be considered. Self-starter with an attention to detail required.  Organizational skills, teamwork skills, and the ability to multi-task are required. 

Knowledge of equipment such as pumps, ovens, stirrers, dryers and tools, including their uses, repair, and maintenance is preferred.