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Production Apprentice Operator

at Kelly Services in Waukegan, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Production Apprentice Operator in Waukegan, IL

Kelly® Professional & Industrial, we’re passionate about helping you find a job that works for you. How about this one? We’re seeking multiple Production Apprentice Operator, for an industrial manufacturer in Waukegan, IL. With us, it’s all about finding the job that’s just right. If you’re ready to work for an organization that cares about you, as well as our product, we have an opening for you.

Job Title: Production Apprentice Operator

Location: Waukegan, IL

Pay rate: $20.00

Shift/Schedule:

+ 1 st Shift / 6:00am-2:30pm

Overview

A Production Apprentice Operator is responsible for training and learning to perform tasks in the production and processing of specialty silicone chemicals as a member of the Production Department operations team. A new operator must serve in an Apprentice role for a minimum of 6 months.

Job Duties

+ Train to be able to run plant equipment and processes in a safe and proper manner under the supervision of more experienced operators, leads, and supervisors. Equipment could include Emulsion area, VQM, Gum Blends, Tank Trucks, Bulk Tanks, Reactors, Pope Unit, Repacking, and shipping and receiving.

+ Strive for qualification to run assigned plant equipment.

+ Train and become familiar with all plant processes.

+ Learn to measure and record all raw, in-process and finished materials accurately.

+ Follow all work instructions and SOP’s explicitly, sign off on each instruction.

+ Train to pack out material when batch process is complete.

+ Learn the proper technique to clean all production equipment, tools, and work areas near equipment between batches and at the end of the shift.

+ Comply with all company occupational health, safety, and environmental legal requirements.

+ Use personal protective equipment as assigned.

+ Report all unsafe conditions, work related injury or illness to a member of leadership.

+ Safely handle and prepare materials for transport as assigned per regulatory requirements.

+ Safely handle hazardous chemicals and waste according to company and legal requirements as assigned.

+ Make recommendations for changes/improvements to ISO-9001 and 45001 integrated management systems.

+ Maintain good communication with fellow operators and leads/supervisors to ensure all tasks operate efficiently.

+ Additional duties as assigned.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

+ This position operates inside a manufacturing facility where the noise level is usually loud.

+ Work near moving mechanical parts.

+ This position can be exposed to wet, humid conditions (non-weather), fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals.

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.

+ Lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.

+ Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

+ Stand 12 hours/day or more

+ Walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.

+ Occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and smell.

Job Requirement

+ Preferred experience working in a chemical manufacturing and production facility.

+ Fork Truck License

+ Teamwork; promote positive work environment within the production team and with other departments.

+ Leadership: provide mentorship to junior operators, answer questions, demonstrate best practices.

+ Display initiative and strong work ethic to get work done in a safe and timely manner.

+ Strong communication skills – verbal and written.

+ Safety: ensure company safety and security procedures are followed in all processes.

Perks

Kelly provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

+ 24-hour Access to Pay Information

+ Employee Discount Program

+ Multiple Pay Options-Including Instant Pay & Direct Deposit

+ Free Skill Enhancement and Training

+ And much more!

Upon permanent hire with our client, their benefits will include:

+ Insurance Benefits

+ PTO

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to the next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more. Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. For instant consideration for this Assembly job, Apply Now! Please submit your resume to nicr324@kellyservices.com

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a varie

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Job Posting: JC240007049

Posted On: May 11, 2023

Updated On: Aug 01, 2023

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