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B Operator - FAB

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alkegen logoAlkegen · New Carlisle, IN
Full-timeOn-site1w ago
ComplianceFiberLeadershipSAFe
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Requirements

  • Previous manufacturing / industrial experience is preferred
  • Skills and Abilities:
  • Ability to navigate work instruction system (CEBOS)
  • Capable of doing multiple tasks
  • Organizational skills
  • Good troubleshooting skills
  • Strong technical/mechanical aptitude
  • Must be able to function as a member of a team and be able to work under general supervision
  • Self-starter capable of operating independently
  • Must be able to maintain expected quality levels
  • Comply with all site required policies and procedures
  • Physical Demands :
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Employee is required to execute the following:
  • Withstand the rigors of a 12-hour shift
  • Stand for approximately 95% of the time
  • Bending, reaching, pushing and pulling when retrieving and moving various items
  • Squatting / crouching when retrieving items, making equipment / product inspections, etc.
  • Must perform duties requiring use of small hand tools
  • Possible exposure to elements requiring the production of finished goods
  • Must be able to perform detailed repetitive movement of hands and arms
  • Lift up to 50 pounds periodically without assistance
  • Work at varying heights
  • Exposure to high heat and/or cold
  • Clean work areas and maintain a clean work environment; perform 5S cleaning activities as required
  • Equipment Used:
  • Control panels
  • Ball mill
  • Mixer
  • Band saw
  • Hoist
  • Small hand tools
  • Forklift
  • Vacuum system
  • Pinners
  • Banders
  • FyreWrap
  • Work Environment:
  • Duties are performed primarily in manufacturing areas where compliance with applicable safety rule

Benefits

Vision insurance

Additional Information

Job Requirements Why work for us? Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we're delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before. With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry's most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways. Alkegen offers a range of dynamic career opportunities with globe-spanning reach. From production operators to engineers, technicians to specialists, sales to leadership, we're always looking for top talent ready to bring their best. Come grow with us! Job Summary: The purpose of this position is to efficiently set up, adjust, direct, operate, and control various equipment in the production of fabricated ceramic fiber products, as well as related auxiliary equipment and duties; to ensure desired product quality and quantity; to maintain productivity standards; and to ensure a safe operation. This position reports directly to the Fabricated (FAB) Products Supervisor but is also directed by the A OIC (Operator-In-Charge). This position maintains a constant liaison with the Fab Supervisor, the A OIC, other A Operators, B Operators, Quality Assurance, Production Control and Shipping in matters of production, reporting, quality and safety. Job Responsibilities: Job responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Efficiently set up, adjust, direct, operate, and control various equipment in the production of fabricated ceramic fiber production, including: Cements & moldables - various mixers and blenders Caulking Foil back Modular blocks - modular block line Folding and pinning Tubes Blocks FyreWrap Special shapes & other Mix materials according to specifications and various products Control and adjust various systems and types of equipment to obtain desired results in product quality Operate power material handling equipment, including various types of forklifts and bobcat Prepare daily production schedule/reports in an efficient manner Make minor adjustments for weight and size Troubleshoot minor maintenance problems Prepare containers, packs, labels, and stores products Stage packaging and finished goods in an effective manner Work successfully in a team environment and exhibit good communication skills Direct and trains personnel of lessor skill Maintain clean, safe, orderly workplace and follows all existing fire and safety rules Must be able to identify quality products Education : High School Diploma or GED equivalency is required


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