Posted 17 days ago
Process Operator - Formulator
AI Summary
Operates formulating equipment on rotating 12-hour shifts to produce specialty resin products per production schedules and quality specs, transferring product into drums, labelling, documenting production, and operating forklifts and other in-house equipment.
About this role
Title: Production Operator (Formulator)
Reports To: Shift Leader/Production Supervisor
Work Location: Lakeland, Florida Plant
Why Join AOC?
AOC is the leading global supplier of specialty resins, gel coats, colorants and additives which enable customers to create robust, durable, and versatile products and components. Find out more at www.AOCformulations.com/en-amr.
AOC’s Resin Manufacturing Plant in Lakeland, Florida is seeking a dependable, safety-minded Production Operator (Formulator) to join our team. This hands-on role involves operating formulating equipment, adhering to production schedules and safety procedures, and communicating any safety or equipment concerns. If you’re a team player who works hard, pays attention to detail, communicates well, and takes pride in doing the job right, we’d love to hear from you!
Main Responsibilities
- Complete required training to understand and follow all company, job, safety, quality, and compliance procedures, including but not limited to: ISO, DOT, OSHA, EPA, and SDS requirements
- Operate and monitor formulating equipment, following all batch and production procedures, to safely produce resin products according to production schedules and quality specifications
- Transfer formulated products into drums, label finished products, and complete required production documentation
- Monitor equipment and processes, promptly reporting any safety hazards, mechanical issues, or other concerns to leadership
- Safely operate in-house forklifts, jockey, and/or semi-trailer equipment, as needed
- Participate in team, safety, training, benefits and other required meetings
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift
- Other duties as assigned
Work Environment
- Must be able to work 12 hour rotating shifts.
- Manufacturing environment; Exposure to noise, chemicals, and varying temperatures; Requires PPE and adherence to safety procedures
- May require standing, walking, lifting, and working around operating equipment
- May require overtime as needed to support plant operations
Experience and Qualifications
- Must possess High School Diploma or GED
- 2 years of relevant work experience, or previous experience in manufacturing industry required; Able to perform the essential functions of the position
- Must possess forklift certification
- Able to follow verbal and written instructions and apply training on the job
- Basic computer and data entry skills for production documentation
- Reliable, punctual, motivated to learn and ask questions
- Team-player, treats others respectfully and professionally
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay and Quarterly Bonus Eligibility
- Company-Paid Holidays and Vacation
- 401(k) with Company Contributions and Matching
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company-Paid Life Insurance + Disability Insurance
- Service Recognition Rewards
- Pet Insurance
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