Senior Operator, Production - Belvidere, NJ

Identifies equipment/process problems/ improvement opportunities and communicates findings as appropriate. Makes necessary adjustments to react to process changes or to optimize process performance. This position is overtime eligible. The schedule may be structured with a required overtime component built-in. Candidates must be able to work shifts, weekends, overtime (including coverage) and holidays as required. All candidates, both internal and external, applying for this position understand that overtime may be required and adjusted based on business needs and to ensure continued safe operations. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace. Ability to work a rotating 12-hour shift pattern 7-7, with 7-day breaks. Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. Ability to perform the physical requirements (regular lifts of 40-50 lbs) Operates storage, blending, milling, and packaging equipment to prepare and transfer materials to production through to finished goods inventory. Performs a variety of material handling equipment necessary for the safe and efficient movement of raw/in-process materials and finished goods. Operates and monitors equipment and process to produce quality chemical intermediates and finished products to a pre-determined operations plan. Provides troubleshooting expertise. Identifies equipment/process problems/ improvement opportunities and communicates findings as appropriate. Makes necessary adjustments to react to process changes or to optimize process performance. Monitor DCS and take action as required to control the process. Guide the field operator in his part of the production process. Provides input to Department Management Staff to assist with nonconformance investigations and prepares associated documentation. Generate statistical information to support process operations and for use as management tools. Ensures process lines are grounded during transfer of materials. Completes safety equipment checklists and ensures safety equipment is properly located and functional. Additional responsibilities assigned by Belvidere Leadership