Millroom Operator; 1st shift

Millroom Operator (1st shift 6:00am to 3:30pm)

Apply for the Millroom Operator (1st shift 6:00am to 3:30pm) role at R.E. Darling Company Inc.

This position will require access to ITAR and/or EAR controlled technical data, technology or source code; all individuals must be authorized to access such information.

The Millroom Operator is responsible for producing custom mixed rubber compounds according to prescribed procedures and schedules. The role reports to the Millroom supervisor and involves interaction with technical and quality assurance personnel. It requires a safety conscious, quality conscious, goal‑oriented individual. The work environment involves large processing equipment, hazardous chemicals, standing for extended periods, stooping, and repeatedly lifting items up to 50 pounds.

The applicant must be able to wear a cartridge‑loaded half‑face respirator.

• Perform specific tasks associated with the manufacture of rubber and composite products
• Recognize product/process issues and assist with troubleshooting
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Support training of employees
• Enter job data into software data collection system
• Perform accurate counts of physical inventory
• Understand and follow safe work principles
• Responsible for quality and workmanship of product produced

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Six months manufacturing experience
• Required Skills
  • Ability to complete production forms, such as product travelers
  • Ability to follow work order instructions
  • Ability to safely operate machines in area of assignment
  • Sufficient visual acuity to inspect products produced
  • Ability to read and understand technical drawings, work orders and written procedures
  • Ability to accurately utilize measuring equipment such as calipers, thickness gages, weigh scales, and tape measures
  • Proficient in shop math
• Basic computer skills required
• Preferred experience with the manufacture of custom mixed rubber including:
  • Mixing, extruding, calendaring, refining, and inspecting/testing of rubber compounds
  • Operating millroom equipment such as two‑roll mills, internal mixers, extruders, and calendars

• Perform specific tasks associated with the manufacture of rubber products
  • Assigned by the Supervisor or Lead Person
  • Execute manufacturing processes in accordance with work orders, procedures and schedules to achieve daily goals
  • Operate processing equipment such as mixer, autoclaves, mills, calendar, extruders, PHI presses, & mechanical hand tools
  • Utilize measuring equipment such as calipers, thickness gages, weigh scales, and tape measures
  • Accurately complete process control paperwork (ingredient tracking on work orders)
• Recognize product/process issues and assist with troubleshooting
  • Know when to stop processing
  • Notify supervisor/lead person
  • Assist with the problem‑solving process to resolve the issue
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
  • Utilize 6S techniques (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, Safety)
  • Participate in the daily workgroup start‑up meeting
  • Responsible for maintaining a clean work area
  • Capable of generating skill versatility sheets for products
  • Cleanliness of work area/cell at all times
• Support the training of other employees
  • As directed by the Supervisor and under close supervision & review of the Lead Person or Supervisor
  • Provide training and familiarization on the work processes and the operation of equipment
  • Completion of product training log sheets for employees being trained
• Enter job data into software data collection system
  • Report material usage and labor when required
  • Input data using a computer on a daily basis when required
  • Perform accurate counts of physical inventory
    • Identify low inventory levels of direct materials
    • Identify low inventory levels of shop aids
    • Notify lead/supervisor of needed direct and indirect materials
  • Understand and follow safe work principles
    • Practice safe work methods
    • Wear personal protective equipment when required
    • Support Supervisor/Lead Person in maintaining a safe work environment
    • Capable of identifying safety features on Millroom equipment
  • Responsible for quality and workmanship of product
    • Perform visual/dimensional checks to ensure product quality and workmanship
    • Identify and report product problems and issues
    • Identify and report equipment problems and issues
  Equal Opportunity Statement

  R.E. Darling Co., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as protected veteran, among other things, or status as qualified individual with disability.

  Seniority level

  Entry level

  Employment type

  Full-time

  Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

  Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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