Celanese Dumfries, Scotland, United Kingdom
Mylar Specialty Films (UK) Ltd is a leading global producer of PET and PEN polyester films specialising in film products and related services for various markets and industries. The company has approximately 2000 employees worldwide with manufacturing sites in Asia Pacific, America, and Europe.
Overview
The Production Operator is a member of a shift operating team, working a 4 on, 6 off shift pattern, responsible for the continuous running of the film or polymer production lines at the highest possible outputs and efficiencies with minimum disruption and downtime.
Responsibilities
* Maintain efficient production essential for a quality operation, minimising expensive losses, and take prompt corrective actions whenever necessary.
* Cooperate with research and development for the advancement of new ideas/products.
* Work within a shift team responsible for continuous production across all assets.
* Assist shift tradesmen when breakdowns occur on running equipment to minimise equipment downtime.
* Monitor internal and external areas of the plant critical to the film making process.
* Carry out a complete unit start-up check and correct faults.
* Monitor operating parameters of equipment, maintain an accurate log of abnormalities, and report deviations/process interruptions.
* Conduct visual inspections and assessments of finished reels, record results in the plant quality system, and undertake online quality checks.
* Ensure the film produced meets quality specifications and take corrective actions when required.
* Diagnose faults using root-cause thinking, carry out checks/inspections, and present at performance reviews.
* Convert reject film into flake to maximise raw material efficiencies.
* Rectify process interruptions speedily and effectively to maximise line uptime.
* Identify faulty equipment operation and initiate repair through appropriate tradesmen or by raising engineering job orders.
* Undertake all work safely and in compliance with Plant rules, the Site Safety Policy, and participate in safety training programmes and safety audits.
* Maintain good housekeeping standards by keeping work areas and equipment clean and in good order.
Qualifications
* Preferable to have experience in film manufacturing or chemical manufacturing.
* Show evidence of transferable skills.
* Show dedication towards teamwork and have a team-oriented personality.
* Ability to learn to use databases, spreadsheets, shop floor systems, and other computer programmes used on the film line.
* Interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
Key Competencies
* Customer Focus.
* Safety Conscious.
* Planning & Organising.
* Teambuilding.
* Flexibility.
* Personal Motivation & Initiative.
* Technical/Functional Expertise.
* Continuous Improvement.
* Interpersonal Sensitivity & Skills.
* Excellent Communication Skills.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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