Production Worker at American Phoenix Inc

Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Chemical Packaging, Weighing, Sealing Bags, Quality Control, Documentation, Scale Calibration, Material Handling, Fork Truck Operation, Lifting, Safety Procedures, Reading Comprehension, Simple Computations, Following Instructions, Physical Stamina, Hazard Communication

Industry

Chemical Manufacturing

Description

Description American Phoenix Pre-weighed Chemical Packaging division operates from five strategic locations: Topeka Kansas, Lawton Oklahoma, Anniston Alabama, Fayetteville North Carolina, and Danville Virginia. Initiated in 2004, American Phoenix designed, built and maintains its proprietary chemical weighing and packaging equipment. Pre-weigh services are utilized by large manufacturing companies requiring precisely weighed chemicals for use in rubber mixing. We provide both product reliability and economic value to a critical component of rubber mixing that makes your process more efficient. Overview: • Remove air from bags and seal • Make sure bags are sealed completely and placed in correct bin • Check for proper identification on sealed bags • Print product name on chemical setup sheet at the start of each production run • Assist lead operator as needed during setup of each production run • Check the first bag of every bin and document the weight • Correct problems on the line caused by chemical over/under weighments • Notify lead operator or supervisor when errors on production line happen repeatedly • Correct problems caused by chemical over/under weight’s/calibrate scales • Needs to be aware of the lines needs so it does not run out of material • Communicates with lead operator as to what he/she needs to keep line running • Make sure materials are put on line in the right place for each hopper/feeder • Keeps hoppers filled and helps empty them on changeovers • Perform a physical set up check using recipe sheet used by the line leader • Keep feeders/product properly tagged at all times • Report to lead operator any nonconforming material or excessive waste • Work any line/area as assigned by supervisor • Makes sure work area stays clean • Understands, promotes, and utilizes risk opportunity management theories/processes relevant to their position. • Operation of Fork Truck if certified • Must be able to repeatedly lift up to 56 pounds • Repeated twisting, bending and lifting Our Benefits Include: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(K) with Company Match Company paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Company paid Life Insurance 9 Paid Holidays Immediate PTO Accrual 2 Unpaid Personal Days per year Nature and Scope Position involves working with various chemical compounds. Knowledge of the company’s Chemical Hazard Communication program is critical. This position requires 100% check on the accuracy of the chemical compounds used in the pre-weigh process. Operators must interact with other line operators, line leaders, supervisors and maintenance. Job Specifications Operators must be able to read and perform simple computations. Accuracy in following intricate instructions within time limits is critical. The employee is expected to follow all safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment. This job describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to change over time and to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This position requires 100% check on the accuracy of the chemical additives used in the pre-weigh production process. Operators must interact with other production personnel, supervisors and maintenance. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and comprehend numbers, decimal points, simple instructions, short correspondence, memos and perform simple computations. OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Accuracy in following intricate instructions within time limits is critical. Warehouse experience preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift / move up to 30 pounds, regularly lift / move up to regularly lift / move up to 56 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to airborne particles. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and elevated noise levels. The employee is expected to follow all safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment. Required: Must have basic working skills MUST HAVE RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION Must pass pre-employment testing Must provide Steel Toed work shoes Overtime is Mandatory 12 hours shifts: 7am-7pm & 7pm-7am (two days on, two days off, & every other weekend = 15 shifts per month)

Responsibilities

The primary duties involve operating the chemical packaging line, which includes removing air from bags, sealing them completely, verifying correct placement in bins, and ensuring proper product identification on all sealed bags. Operators must also assist the lead operator during setup, document weights, correct over/under weighment errors, and maintain hopper levels.