Sand Dryer Operator
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Job Location:
Cumberland County, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Sand Dryer Operator to join our manufacturing team at our new facility in Upper Deerfield NJ. This role is responsible for the timely execution of daily production requirements while achieving safety housekeeping quality and rate objectives. The Operator also participates in routine quality testing and continuous improvement activities as directed. The Operator must be able to work independently within the framework of a team while demonstrating a positive attitude. Ability to drive a loader and rail car.
Key Responsibilities:
- Understand and comply with all Sika safety site security and environmental policies.
- Ensure traffic rules and the safety procedures are strictly followed.
- Achieve established housekeeping objectives adhering to established best practices and ensuring work areas are maintained and left in a clean and orderly fashion.
- Execute production processes according to established quality guidelines while reporting process variations in a timely fashion.
- Manage the drying process according to the automated control system. ( Adjust temperature airflow and other controls to maintain optimal drying conditions.)
- Understand and attain the daily production schedule.
- Report and record the drying activities and volumes for sand reception and sand consumptions.
- Ensure that production processes achieve optimum rate-of-output.
- Ensure proper set-up of materials and good operating condition of the equipment prior to executing batch making processes and to assist as directed with the set-up for incoming shifts.
- Work with QC LAB and Supply Chain to ensure proper truck and rail car reception and silo filling.
- Execute production changeovers and sand processing activities related with the planning as directed by the Production Supervisor / Manager.
- Operate and maintain equipment according to best practices and assist in preventive maintenance activities and troubleshooting as needed.
- Report malfunctions or safety concerns to Supervisor/ EHS Manager.
- Work with a positive attitude and as a team towards a common goal.
- Guide assist and train new and temporary employees.
- Lead participate or support continuous improvement activities as directed by Management.
- Execute other projects or activities to-be-determined as directed by Management.
Salary Range: $22 - $24 an hour based on education experience and qualifications of the applicant.
Qualifications :
High school diploma or equivalent (technical training is a plus).
Minimum 12 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment; experience with drying equipment preferred.
Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to read and interpret gauges meters and moisture testing instruments.
Understanding of safety standards in a manufacturing environment (e.g. lockout/tagout PPE usage).
Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Willingness to work in hot dusty and noisy environments.
Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs climb ladders and stand for extended periods.
Forklift or front-end loader certification.
Experience in dry mortar or aggregate processing industries.
Familiarity with SCADA or automated control systems.
Additional Information :
- 401k with Generous Company Match
- Bonuses
- Medical Dental and Vision Benefits
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid time off paid holidays
- Floating holidays Paid Volunteer Time
- Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
- Education Assistance
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program & More!
Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship empowering each individual to make decisions learn from experiences and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe addition Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back minimizing environmental impact and embracing social responsibility.
Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports inspires and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity age disability national or ethnic origin or other protected characteristics.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Forklift
- Calipers
- Basic Math
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Math
- Packaging
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Paving
- Fireworks
- Clamp Truck
- Excavator
- Manufacturing
About Company
With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing ... View more
