Distillation Operator

Working under the guidance of the Distillation Supervisor, the Distillation Operator will perform and record all steps of the distillation process. The Operator will provide QC and lab personnel with samples for quality testing and will dispense WIP materials into various types of drums and containers. The Operator will barrel, label, and appropriately store the intermediate materials and file all necessary production documentation and logs.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Load raw materials into stills from tank farm via the use of vacuums, pump systems and hoses.
• Perform still start up procedures. This includes connecting hoses and opening valves and involves a significant amount of climbing up and down.
• Take and document regular equipment readings. This involves a significant amount of climbing up and down.
• Produce product samples for QC testing and analysis.
• Troubleshoot still operation issues and make necessary changes and adjustments and notify Distillation Manager of any production problems.
• Dispense intermediate materials into various types and sizes of storage containers.
• Weigh and measure materials using both standard and metric systems.
• Properly label material containers and update inventory documentation.
• Appropriately store finished materials in cold rooms, freezers and warehouse locations. This includes use of a forklift for storage of drummed and bulk materials.
• Perform standard still cleaning and sanitation processes.
• Backup shipping and receiving in the loading and unloading of tankers and scale house operations.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

This position requires good knowledge, understanding and use of the English language, and basic math and measuring that is generally demonstrated by the attainment of a high school diploma or general equivalence degree. Prior production experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Qualified applicants will have the following abilities Ability to regularly practice safe work habits. Ability to safely operate a forklift in a production environment Ability to work overtime including nights and weekends when business needs require. Ability to perform basic math equations.

• Ability to regularly practice safe work habits.
• Ability to work overtime including nights and weekends when business needs require.
• Ability to perform troubleshooting and minor mechanical equipment adjustments.
• Ability to perform basic math equations.
• Ability to read, write and produce legible written documentation.
• Ability to stand for long periods, and walk, kneel and stoop on a regular basis.
• Ability to twist, bend, stretch and climb on a regular basis.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

SKILLS & ABILITIES
Qualified applicants will possess or have the ability to gain.

• Valid forklift and Hazardous Materials certifications.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP).
• Ability to perform accurate weight measurements.
• Knowledge of standard to metric conversions.
• Ability to read and understand Material safety data sheets (MSDS)

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment:

This is a production environment that is cool in the winter and warm in the summer. Some duties are performed in cold rooms and freezers. This environment can be noisy and wet at times. This position requires work at elevations above 20 feet.

Physical Factors:

Seeing, Hearing, Standing/Walking, Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling, Lifting/Pulling/Pushing, and Grasping/Feeling

Travel:

No

M/F/D/V EOE DFWD SO

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lakeland, FL 33805: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $32,200 - $40,800