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Job ID 59007 Functional area Production & Manufacturing Full-time/part-time Full Time Experience level Professional

Operator I

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Operator I
Heraeus Epurio
Location Dayton – Ohio
Permanent
Full Time

Operator I

The primary responsibility of this position is to produce products and package materials for Heraeus Epurio LLC, meeting customer specifications. 

Packaging Responsibilities:

  • Measure and weigh chemical ingredients, according to procedure.
  • Read and understand batch procedures and work instructions including related MSDSs (material safety data sheets).
  • Record operational data, such as weights, ingredients used, processing times, or test results.
  • Draw samples of products for the Analytical Department.
  • Observe safety precautions to prevent overflow, fires, explosions or spills.  
  • Notify internal resources as directed to troubleshoot technical issues with equipment.
  • Follow safety guidelines for handling materials and equipment with the use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as required.
  • Maintain organization and cleanliness of working area and equipment to avoid contamination.

Production Responsibilities:

  • Read and follow batch procedures, work instructions, and related Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and measure, weigh, and mix chemical ingredients accordingly.
  • Operate equipment for chemical purification or reaction during product processing.
  • Monitor instruments (gauges, flowmeters, recorders) to ensure process conditions are maintained.
  • Adjust controls to regulate temperature, pressure, and flow as directed by supervision.
  • Modify equipment settings to optimize reaction speed, product quality, or yield per supervisor guidance.
  • Record operational data including temperatures, pressures, ingredients, and test results.
  • Collect product samples for QC analysis at designated stages to assess chemical properties.
  • Retrieve analytical results via SharePoint and SAP.
  • Use SAP for goods issue/receipt (GI/GR) transactions during processing steps.
  • Identify and escalate process issues, providing timely updates to supervision.
  • Follow safety protocols to prevent spills, fires, explosions, or overflows.
  • Inspect equipment for leaks or malfunctions and shut down if necessary.  Notify internal teams to troubleshoot equipment issues as directed.
  • Use appropriate PPE and follow safety guidelines for handling materials and equipment.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area and equipment per 5S standards.
  • Assist with other duties and special projects, as assigned.
  • Adherence to Code of Conduct 

Education and/or Experience Required

  • A High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • Self-starter with an attention to detail required. 
  • Organizational skills, teamwork skills, and the ability to multi-task are required.
  • Basic chemistry, reading and math skills are needed. 
  • Knowledge of equipment such as pumps, ovens, stirrers, dryers and tools, including their uses, repair, and maintenance is preferred.
  • Experience in a chemical manufacturing environment is preferred.

Curious? Apply now!

We look forward to receiving your documents by reference code 59007 via our online application portal.

Any further questions?

Our Recruiting Team, Heraeus Epurio, is happy to assist you by email: [[cust_RecTeam]]. Or visit us at jobs.heraeus.com.


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