Reactor Operator

Reactor OperatorThe position is responsible to the Crew Leader for the timely manufacturing of resin batches to specified requirements. The Reactor Operator is required to work with others to produce a quality product in a safe manner.Principal Accountabilities:Complies with all rules, policies and procedures.Assists in making spreads, pulling/pushing buns.Conducts and logs daily inspections of work areas and equipment.Performs minor maintenance.Assists in cleanup of plant during downtime.Be familiar with Solimide Foams' Loss Control PoliciesComplete Reactor Operator Task listComplete Reactor Operator Daily ChecklistComplete Forklift inspection and operate safely.Run assorted quality tests in lab.Makes resin batches.Moves raw materials from the warehouse to the production area.Loads, unloads and moves hazardous and non-hazardous waste and raw materials.Compact scrap foam.Write work orders.Performs other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader.Regular attendance is required.Ability to work in extreme and varying temperature and weather conditions is required.Participate in the Site 5S programAttend all required safety meetingsFrequency:Daily% of time spent on each major activity:5Strategic Focus:The Reactor Operator is expected to complete batches in a timely and safe manner. The operator is also required to follow batch procedures to assure quality product.Nature & Scope:Qualifications:- High School education or equivalent- WAGE Certificate preferred for employees hired on or after January 1, 2004- One-year experience in production type environment and an understanding of plant operations.- Operate a computer- Relates and interacts well with people at all levels in the company.- Requires walking, standing, use of hands and reaching for up to 12 hours per day.- Must be able to pull, push and lift weights up to 100 lbs.- Requires some manual dexterity with body flexibility. Requires normal vision and hearing.- Must be able to operate all types of basic factory & maintenance equipment.- Must be able to operate a fork truck and various saws.- Use of Windows based computer systems- Must be able to wear and function with all required PPE.- Pay attention to details.- Good communication skills.Contacts:Internal: Reports to the Production Crew Leader and interacts daily with the Powder Operator, Saw Operator, QC Laboratory Technicians, Shipping and Maintenance personnel. Occasionally, will interact with the Operation Manager, Production Manager and other Office personnel.Work Flow:Work flows to the Reactor Operator via communication from the Production Crew Leader, Production Manager, and Operation Manager. Work flows from the Reactor Operator to the Powder Operator, Saw Operator, Maintenance, QC, Shipping, and Production Crew Leader.Degree of Authority:HighExamples:Authorized to communicate directly with the employees at Solimide Foams, Inc. Authorized to make the necessary decisions required to produce a quality batch.Organization:Department: ProductionLocation: MagnoliaPosition to which Supervisor Reports (Title): Production ManagerSupervisor of this position (Title): Production Crew LeaderOther positions reporting to the same supervisor:Production Powder OperatorProduction Saw OperatorReactor OperatorNumber of titles of people supervised: As indicatedPhysical Activity:Identify which physical activities are commonly associated with the job by highlighting all that apply. Indicate the percentage (%) of time during a typical workday in the right hand column next to the activity you highlighted.Percentage %A. Climbing: 5B. Balancing: 5C. Stooping: 10D. Kneeling: 5E. Crouching: 5F. Crawling: 2G. Reaching: 5H. Standing: 5I. Walking: 10J. Pushing: 10K. Pulling: 10L. Lifting: 5M. Fingering: 2N. Grasping: 3O. Feeling: 2P. Talking: 5Q. Hearing: 2R. Repetitive motions: 5S. Carrying: 2T. Sitting: 2U. Other: (Please specify)Physical Requirements:The worker is subject to extreme heat: Temperatures above 100 degrees F for periods of more than one hour.The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.The worker is required to wear respirator. 15The worker is required to don a gas mask. 10All Job Posting Locations (Location): MagnoliaRemote Type: On-SiteEEO Statement: Boyd Corp is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.