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Compounding Technician
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Description & Requirements
SHIFT: 12 hour; Thursday- Saturday and every other Wednesday
PURPOSE: To provide Technical support to Fibrex and Blending Manufacturing Processes and Equipment to resolve manufacturing and/or equipment issues to maximize production outputs in safe and respectful work environment across multiple local manufacturing sites. Support Research Design & Innovation (RD&I) group on Product/Process development.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Diagnose and Resolve Twin Screw and/or Single Screw Process issues.
- Diagnose and Resolve Blender operation issues.
- Perform changeovers of Twin Screws and Coupling to Gearbox; 92mm lines.
- Diagnose and Resolve Blender material transfer issues.
- Single Screw & Barrel Removal, Installation, and Inspection.
- Diagnose and Resolve Raw Material issues.
- Communicate effectively with Supply group regarding any issues.
- Diagnose and Resolve Compounder Equipment System issues.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external support groups, as needed.
- Diagnose and Resolve Transition Box, Single Screw, and Pelletizer issues.
- Diagnose and Resolve Wet Scrubber, Oil Skimmer, and Ph adjustment Systems
- Fill in as Line Operator as needed
- Analyze Process data to determine process/product conformance and trends.
- Identify and communicate appropriately when Plant Maintenance support is needed.
- 2-year degree in Technology program or relevant experience
- Mastery of 92 Twin Screw Installation and Coupling
- Mastery of all Compounding Operator Skills
- Strong Mechanical skills across equipment in compounding process
- Strong prioritization and multi-tasking capability
- Strong aptitude in problem solving and process improvement
- Equipment maintenance experience
- Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and process procedures
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Mastery of Blending Operations
- Strong knowledge of Screw and Barrel wear impact to process; Measuring skills
- Strong working knowledge of Pigment Refill and Feed System
- Strong computer skills
- Ability to articulate problems and solutions verbally
- Ability and skills to collaborate effectively in a team environment
- Self-motivated and capable of managing stressful situations
Culture & Benefits:
Our vision is to make the world a better place by living up to the promise that everyone benefits from their association with Andersen. We’re committed to making a difference through challenging ourselves each day, recognizing and rewarding success, taking pride in our work and honoring a legacy built on doing the right thing. There is great respect for life outside work so that you can bring your best self to work.
As an innovative and industry-leading organization, we think of benefits more broadly. From your health care to your work environment, to your development and quality of life, we think beyond basic benefits to provide a total rewards package including, but not limited to:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account contributions
- Paid holidays plus PTO
- 401(k) plan & contributions
- Professional development & tuition reimbursement opportunities
- A culture that supports work-life balance
- An environment where collaboration is key
- Volunteer opportunities – on company time
- Environmentally conscious business decisions
- 7,000+ employees and career opportunities nationwide
During 2022, each eligible Andersen employee will receive $1,000 for each full fiscal quarter they are actively employed and fully vaccinated against COVID-19. An eligible employee hired during a quarter will receive a prorated payment based on the number of days employed during the quarter. Those eligible include fully-vaccinated regular full-time and part-time employees (at least 20 hours per week) who are not subject to a collective bargaining agreement. These and other terms and conditions of Andersen’s 2022 Profit Sharing Plan, including the definition of full vaccination against COVID-19, are subject to change or termination without notice.