Operator

Overview

The Operator role is essential for maintaining safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing processes, upholding high standards in Safety, Quality, Service, and Cost. This position demands hands-on leadership and technical know-how to meet production goals according to company policies and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a strong Safety-First culture by identifying and mitigating risks proactively.
• Comply fully with environmental, health, and safety regulations and participate in routine safety audits and behavioral safety programs.
• Operate manufacturing equipment like mixing, filling, and packaging machinery safely and efficiently.
• Support process monitoring, start-up, shutdown, shift handover, and changeover duties to maximize operational uptime.
• Manage raw materials handling, including using forklifts when certified, and escalate issues as needed.
• Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices and quality standards, maintaining accurate production documentation and supporting quality investigations and improvements.
• Engage actively in continuous improvement initiatives such as Total Productive Maintenance, Lean Manufacturing, TPM, 5S, and Kaizen events.
• Provide leadership and coaching to peers, fostering teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Support operational performance by monitoring equipment, contributing to troubleshooting, and maintaining orderly and audit-ready workspaces.

Qualifications

• High School or Vocational Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong aptitude for learning and commitment to ongoing development.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for diverse team settings.
• Demonstrated accountability and leadership consistent with company values and safety culture.
• Adaptability to fast-paced, changing manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of chemical manufacturing processes and product applications.
• Preferred forklift certification and material-handling experience.

Additional Information

Operators must perform all responsibilities in line with ethical, safety, quality, environmental, and legal standards as established in company codes and local regulations.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: The company provides equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, age, disability, or marital status.