Reactor Operator

Reactor OperatorThe position is responsible to the Crew Leader for the timely manufacturing of resin batches to specified requirements. The Reactor Operator is required to work with others to produce a quality product in a safe manner.Complies with all rules, policies and procedures.Assist in making spreads, pulling/pushing buns.Conducts and logs daily inspections of work areas and equipment.Performs minor maintenance.Assists in cleanup of plant during down time.Be familiar with Solimide Foams' Loss Control PoliciesComplete Reactor Operator Task listComplete Reactor Operator Daily ChecklistComplete Forklift inspection and operate safely.Run assorted quality tests in lab.Makes resin batches.Moves raw materials from the warehouse to the production area.Loads, unloads and moves hazardous and non-hazardous waste and raw materials.Compact scrap foam.Write work orders.Performs other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader.Regular attendance is required.Ability to work in extreme and varying temperature and weather conditions is required.Participate in the Site 5S programAttend all required safety meetingThe Reactor Operator is expected to complete batches in a timely and safe manner. The operator is also required to follow batch procedures to assure quality product.QualificationsHigh School education or equivalentWAGE Certificate preferred for employees hired on or after January 1, 2004One-year experience in production type environment and an understanding of plant operations.Operate a computerRelates and interacts well with people at all levels in the company.Requires walking, standing, use of hands and reaching for up to 12 hours per day.Must be able to pull, push and lift weights up to 100 lbs.Requires some manual dexterity with body flexibility.

Requires normal vision and hearing.Must be able to operate all types of basic factory & maintenance equipment.Must be able to operate a fork truck and various saws.Use of Windows based computer systemsMust be able to wear and function with all required PPE.Pay attention to details.Good communication skills.Internal: Reports to the Production Crew Leader and interacts daily with the Powder Operator, Saw Operator, QC Laboratory Technicians, Shipping and Maintenance personnel. Occasionally, will interact with the Operation Manager, Production Manager and other Office personnel.Work flows to the Reactor Operator via communication from the Production Crew Leader, Production Manager, and Operation Manager. Work flows from the Reactor Operator to the Powder Operator, Saw Operator, Maintenance, QC, Shipping, and Production Crew Leader.Authorized to communicate directly with the employees at Solimide Foams, Inc.

Authorized to make the necessary decisions required to produce a quality batch.Department ProductionLocation MagnoliaProduction ManagerProduction Crew LeaderProduction Powder OperatorProduction Saw OperatorReactor OperatorTotal number of employees supervised (direct or indirect): directTotal operating budget for which this position is accountable: $ per year.Climbing: 5%Balancing: 5%Stooping: 10%Kneeling: 5%Crouching: 5%Crawling: 2%Reaching: 5%Standing: 5%Walking: 10%Pushing: 10%Pulling: 10%Lifting: 5%Fingering: 2%Grasping: 3%Feeling: 2%Talking: 5%Hearing: 2%Repetitive motions: 5%Carrying: 2%Sitting: 2%Acuity, Far: 20%Acuity, Near: 20%Depth Perception: 15%Field of Vision: 15%Accommodation: 15%Color Vision: 15%The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions: 10%The worker is subject to extreme heat: 10%The worker is subject to noise: 5%The worker is subject to vibration: 5%The worker is subject to hazards: 5%The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions: 10%The worker is subject to oils: 5%The worker is required to wear respirator: 15%The worker is required to don a gas mask: 10%Boyd Corp is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.