Location: Somerset,NJ, USA
Job Summary:
The Utility Operator is responsible for maintaining a clean work environment by cleaning tanks, pots, and floors, emptying trash dumpsters, and assisting in preparing raw materials for Compounders. This position also ensures the smooth operation of equipment and assists in various production tasks.
Key Responsibilities and Functions:
• Gather empty pots and mobile mix tanks from compounders.
• Wash pots using an automated potwasher.
• Wash large and medium mobile mix tanks.
• Clean large and medium fixed tanks, along with associated pipes, hoses, pumps, valves, etc.
• Repackage raw materials as required.
• Ensure the robot is stocked with clean pots.
• Operate the automated potwasher in accordance with operating instructions.
• Operate a forklift when necessary.
• Maintain and clean plant floors using a floor scrubber.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, adhering to safety regulations and procedures, including understanding associated hazards (chemicals and power-operated vehicles).
Non-essential Responsibilities and Functions:
• Assist Compounding Personnel as necessary.
• Train new Utility Operators and assist other Utility Operators.
• Work closely with Automation Operators to maximize robot production.
• Participate in year-end physical inventory.
Additional Job Competencies / Job Relationships / Specialized Skills:
• Work closely with production teams.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of cleaning solutions and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications:
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Prior forklift experience.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to handle heavy materials, including drums (lifting requirement of up to 60 lbs.).
• Strong commitment to team environment dynamics.