Reports to: Team Lead

Location: Production Department

Job Duties:

Operates automatic processing equipment such as shot furnace (copper melting furnace), shot dryer, thin layer furnace (continuous belt furnace) grinding mills, blenders, etc. Automated control boards are utilized to monitor variable criteria such as temperature, load, atmosphere pressure, etc. The operator monitors the control board, reads and understands instruments, and makes adjustments to control temperature, pressure, etc. in accordance with prescribed specifications. The operator records weights makes simple calculations and takes samples. Work in the Antimony department and Cuboid department as needed. Performs other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

Competency:

Ability to read and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets, Job Safety Analyses and Standard Operating Procedures. Must thoroughly understand process and the control board monitoring points. Must be capable of acting on their own initiative to prevent or minimize risk to product, self or equipment.

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Computer Skills:

Must have basic computer skills.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Must be able to work rotating shifts. Ability to operate forklift equipment. Must be capable of wearing and operating required protective equipment and devices.

Physical Demands

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.