Production Worker
Job Opening: Production Worker
Washington Mills Tonawnada
1000 East Niagara St., Tonawanda, NY 14150
Washington Mills is one of the largest producers of high quality abrasive and fused mineral products in the world. It has facilities throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe and serves a global customer base. Its principal business is the fusing of oxide and carbide minerals in electric arc and Acheson furnaces, as well as the grinding and classifying of the minerals into grains and powders. Established in 1868, Washington Mills continues a long history of excellence in serving raw materials to the abrasive, refractory, ceramic and industrial abrasive markets. We are seeking an energetic and experienced Production Operator for our Tonawanda, N.Y. facility.
Job Description
Reporting to the Department Supervisor, the Production Worker is accountable for continuous product throughput, will inform management of the results from the production unit’s operations, pointing out problem area and advising on the best alternative to follow in order to achieve acceptable productivity and quality levels. Works with other operators in production unit and is required to perform various packaging, cleaning, sampling and material transfer tasks. It may be necessary to move to different positions, as production demands.
Dimensions
Strives for zero defect and optimum unit throughput. Coordinates efforts with Supervisor to meet departmental budget.
Specific Accountability
- Transports material as necessary with lift truck or pallet mover.
- May be required to stencil containers.
- Takes testing samples and operates quality monitoring equipment.
- Completes documents and reports as necessary.
- Does machinery adjustment and setup.
- Responsible for unit area cleanup with manual or power equipment.
- Keeps low lifts clean.
- Tapes pipes.
- Tightens roll crushers on weekends.
- Adheres to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the respective production unit assigned to.
- Runs power sweeper as requested by Management.
- Goes to other departments on off shifts to obtain material as needed.
- May go to other departments to obtain material as needed.
Compensation/Benefits
- Position will be hourly at current union contractual rate with benefits
- Benefits currently include: medical, dental, 401(k), life/AD&D insurance, flex spending, short-term disability, 10 holidays, and vacation time
- Safety shoes and safety glasses reimbursement
- Safety Incentives
Please apply at Washington Mills Career page. https://www.washingtonmills.com/careers
The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe principal functions of the job identified, and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
Washington Mills is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. M/F/D/V. Qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Other details
- Job Family TNA Union
- Pay Type Hourly
- Washington Mills, 1000 E Niagara St, Tonawanda, New York, United States of America