Manufacturing Operator

At DuPont, we are working on things that matter, whether it's providing clean
water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that
are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric
vehicles, or protecting workers in this global pandemic.
If you would like to be a part of a premier multi-industrial company that is
delivering sustainable solutions that bring real purpose and value, of a
company with collaborative spirit because it believes that we work best when
we work together as a team and values the diversity of thought, then DuPont is
the company for you!
WHY JOIN US?
Our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We
work on things that matter!
Get to know our Purpose and make it yours by bringing innovations to
market that improve the world, share a commitment to sustainability that makes
our planet better and give back to communities in which we work and live.
Get to Experience a collaborative environment where teamwork is celebrated
with flexibility that enhances balance and an inclusive atmosphere that is
welcoming to all!
Have the Opportunity to chart your own course, challenge yourself, and
acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career. We reward
employees with competitive pay and incentives to recognize skills,
competencies, and contributions to business results.
ROLE DEFINITION
Under the general direction of the Operations Leader (or Associate Production
Manager) the Operator will operate assigned equipment or areas of the Plant as
needed. Role is expected to run equipment. In partnership with Technical
Advisor and Run Plant Engineer make sure the work team and equipment are
performing at desired expectations as they relate to safety, quality and
productivity. Utilize operation knowledge and experiences to provide technical
and mechanical problem solving to optimize run-time and productivity. This
position does not have responsibility to manage individual performance or
employee development (except where indicated per department). The role is
expected to elevate performance issues to the Operations Leader/Associate
Production Manager. The incumbent is expected to intervene with peers with
regard to safety, quality and productivity.
Your key responsibilities:
* With guidance from the Operations Leader and Run Plant Engineer; assure completion of day to day operating tasks to achieve production results for assigned work group and provide work team leadership for as many as ‎15 to ‎20 operators (both Dow employees and contingent workers).
* Accountable for maximized productivity and yield in assigned shift and cell for the overall business success
* Writes Safe Work Permits following all requirements and expectations of the Safe Work Permits Issuer
* Responsible to lead start of shift data review and complete a successfully exchange or hand-off with previous shift
* Lead or delegate team Safety Task Analysis card completion
* Lead or delegate housekeeping efforts per department expectations
* Utilizes "Statistical Process Control" tools to optimize plant operation and provide feedback on the effectiveness of the Statistical Process Control tools.
* Understand the operation all equipment as incumbent will be sought out by others on the shift for recommendation and/or training.
* This role is expected to run assigned equipment daily, especially as needed for break relief and absent coverage
* The Lead Technician is expected to provide coverage/backup to Lead Technician peers when absent or otherwise indisposed
* Monitor, troubleshoot and adjust equipment based on work process data within known boundaries.
* Perform routine and non-routine complex maintenance on equipment (refer complex mechanical problems to a Maintenance Technician). Act as a final Gate troubleshooter prior to escalating need to the Tech Advisor or Maintenance group
* Elevate chronic equipment issues and opportunities to the Technical Advisor , Operations Leader/Associate Production Manager and dedicated Maintenance Tech appropriately.
* Coach technician work group to enhance troubleshooting skills with regard to assigned equipment.
* Ensure new work processes as well as new work standards or communicated and understood. Provide coaching where clarification or additional training is needed.
* Accountable to confirm and sign-off on the successful completion of In-Plant-Training (both the initial and recertification).
* Follow Operating Discipline principles, procedures and practices to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areas.
* Operate and field check process equipment. Monitor process conditions, equipment and control systems.
* Monitor, collect and input plant metrics for Statistical Process Control Identify opportunities and implement improvements for plant optimization.
* Utilizes Statistical Process Control tools to optimize plant operation and provide feedback on the effectiveness of the Statistical Process Control tools.
* Update Short Interval Control boards appropriately in assigned cell
* Initiate and participate in Root Cause Investigations for assigned equipment and product as required.
* Perform immediate response activities pertaining to production and quality concerns for the assigned work team.
Your qualification profile:
* Ability to quickly and effectively solve complex mechanical assembly production issues. Use trouble shooting skills to resolve process related deviations and problems.
* Demonstrated excellence in running all assigned Fabrication equipment.
* Knowledge of pneumatics, power and free conveyance systems, servo motors are essential to this job.
* Able to read Process Ladder Control Logic.
* Analyze equipment data via instrumentation, learned knowledge/experience or Operator feedback to efficiently and effectively make machinery changes to improve production and quality.
* Excellent interpersonal skills required to solve potential conflict issues within the work team and across other teams.
* Use process knowledge and skills to make improvements in plant performance.
* Uses Dow work processes and operating discipline. Contributes to building a professional documentation management system. Defines and applies appropriate procedures.
* Uses specialized functional and technical knowledge, educational background or experience to be a self-reliant achiever in the assigned role. Applies this knowledge when interacting with people and when performing alone.
* Uses knowledge and skills in the areas of Environment, Health and Safety to protect the interests of Dow, the business and the work group. Assesses and minimizes risk; communicates adequately about potential problems and issues.
* Keeps up to date on different information technologies (personal computer, Process Control, specialized software). Uses the appropriate applications for communication, day-to-day work and developments.
* Takes independent action; attempts to influence events to achieve results; seizes opportunities in a responsive manner; has a bias for action and taking appropriate risks.
* Generates novel and valuable ideas or applies existing ideas in new ways; applies creativity to solve problems or to develop new or improved products, processes, or services within boundaries. Works with the appropriate group to implement changes i.e. maintenance and run plant engineer.
* Values people; relates and communicates well to all kinds of people; builds appropriate rapport; listens, understands, and responds to others' concerns; builds effective relationships.
* Influences and guides others toward identified goals; provides direction; motivates and enthuses others.
* Seeks opportunities to develop personal abilities to improve individual performance.
* Effective team player and instills this competency within the work group.
* Aligns individual goals with organizational and business objectives.
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