DRYER OPERATOR-PM

GENERAL PURPOSEAs a dryer operator, your duties are to complete production log sheets, work instructions, and other related paperwork, operate the dryer machine in accordance with safety and health policies and procedures, monitor gauge readings, make adjustments when necessary, and take hourly readings on evaporator and injector status. Your responsibilities also include cleaning and sterilizing the sifter and other related equipment after production.Duties And ResponsibilitiesFilling/Emptying dryer bins.Make the machinery is working properly.Move product from wash tanks to dryers to elevators.Use hand and eye coordination to operate the overhead conveyor/hoist system.Maintain a steady flow of product out of the dryer room and onto the scale mezzanine.Inspect product and equipment for possible contaminants.Extensive climbing, pushing and pulling throughout shiftAbility to quickly react to fast-paced and constant maneuvering of dryer baskets and carts between wash system, dryer deck, and elevatorsAnd any other work-related duties assigned by your SupervisorQualificationsQUALIFICATIONSMust be able to tolerate working in a very humid/warm environmentMust have basic computer skillsMust be able to climb stairs frequentlyMust be highly organizedMust have good oral communication skills.Must have a team player attitudeMust be able to work weekdays and weekendsSpanish speaking is a plus, but not requiredHands-on ability to work in a fast-paced environmentUnderstand and follow posted work rules/ procedures.WORKING CONDITIONSAMOUNT OF TIME TYPICALLY SPENT ON ACTIVITYInside work: protected from weather conditionsFREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVEROutside work: no effective protection from weatherFREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERBoth inside and outside work: activities occur both inside and outside an office enclosureFREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERExtreme cold: below 32 degrees for periods of more than 1 hour throughout the normal course of a dayFREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERExtreme heat: above 100 degrees for periods of more than 1 hour throughout the normal course of a dayFREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERNoise: employees must shout to be heard over ambient noise level (hearing protection required)FREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERVibration: exposure to oscillating movements of extremities or whole bodyFREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERPotential hazards: moving parts, electricity, gas, scaffolding, chemicals, etc.FREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERTerminal viewing: extended viewing of screensFREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERAtmospheric conditions (in non-confined spaces): fumes, odors, mists, gases, poor ventilation, etc.FREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVEROils: air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluidsFREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERRespirator: use of a respirator is requiredFREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERPhysical stamina: due to emergency or workload demands, subject to extended work hours requiring stamina beyond normal demands or levelsFREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERNone: employee is NOT substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (work occurs in typical indoors, office or administrative environment)FREQUENTLYOCCASIONALLYRARELYNEVERACTIVITYFUNCTIONAMOUNT OF TIME TYPICALLY SPENT ON ACTIVITYEssentialNon-EssentialRarelyOccasionallyFrequentlyStanding (on a hard surface)XStairsXWalkingXXSittingXXTwistingXXStoopingXXCrouchingXXCrawlingXXTalkingXXHearingXXReachingXXSeeingXXBalancingXXPushing up to 50 lbs.XXPulling up to 50 lbs.XXGraspingXXLifting or carrying up to 10 lbs.XXLifting or carrying up to 20 lbs.XXLifting or carrying up to 50 lbs.XXFeelingXXMoving (continuous motion)XXUsing precise hand movementsXXReasoning or solving problemsXXReadingXXWritingXXPerforming mathematical calculationsXXAdhering to deadlines under pressureXXLearning or retaining technical informationXXInteracting with customers or visitorsXX