Production Operator / Dispersion

SUMMARY

Hammond Group, Inc. (HGI) is a specialty chemical company that has been serving battery manufacturers for over 90 years. Our production facilities are in Hammond, IN; Pottstown, PA; Gateshead, England; and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. We are currently seeking a Dispersion Production Operator to join our Pottstown, PA team. Candidates should be eager to embrace new challenges and explore growth opportunities within the organization.

Fri - Sun 12 hour Shifts plus one 4 hour shift.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operating all production equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Package finished product into customer-specified containers.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment at all times.
• Analytical activities in the Laboratory.
• Assures that the proper raw materials and packaging are processed.
• Monitor and process, perform in-process analysis, and make adjustments as necessary to ensure that the product meets customer specifications.
• Maintaining quality records for all production and safety activities.
• Performs other related duties assigned by management.
• Flexibility to work shift work and mandatory overtime, before or after standard shift.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Any other tasks assigned by management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or associate degree preferred.
• Good math skills; familiarity with the metric system and measurements.
• Ability to use basic hand tools.
• Able to plan and prioritize work and manage time effectively.
• Good Computer and Mechanical skills.
• Able to work as a team member and interact with people in a professional, courteous manner.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Education: A minimum of a high diploma or GED. Forklift certification is a plus. Manufacturing experience, Organizational, and computer skills are beneficial.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to comply with procedures, work instructions, and checklists.  Ability to accurately compare actual conditions to performance standards.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to work outside of normal business hours as needed to accomplish objectives and support responsibilities.  Consistent and regular attendance is required.
• Work in various climate conditions consistent with a manufacturing environment, including cold, humid, and hot work environments.
• Ability to wear a Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (PAPR) for the entire work shift.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing: Remaining on one’s feet in an upright position at a workstation without moving about

Walking: Moving about on foot

Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (including upward pulling), 25-50 lbs.

Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder.  Able to carry equipment/product as much as 50lbs, unassisted, and safely push or pull items as needed.

Safely climb stairs and ladders to access production equipment while wearing all assigned PPE.

Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Includes slapping, striking, kicking, and treadle actions)

Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking)

Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles using feet and legs or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized

Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, or running on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces; or maintaining body equilibrium when performing gymnastic feats.

Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands. Fingers are involved only to the extent that they are an extension of the hand, such as to turn a switch or shift automobile gears

Fingering: Picking, pinching, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm, as in handling

Ability to wear required PPE: Full-face air-purifying respirator, steel-toe work boots, gloves, hard hat, safety glasses, earplugs, and coveralls.

Pay: $26.39 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person