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Production Associate – Mixing

Cormetech Inc · Durham, NC, USA ·

Pay:
60.000 - 80.000
Job type:
Full Time

Description

Who We Are:
At the heart of clean air, Cormetech is the global leader in the design, manufacture, and full lifecycle management of technologies that clean the air pollutants and carbon dioxide linked to climate change.

The company’s reputation is built on three decades of developing and delivering market-leading selective catalytic reduction (SCR) catalysts and CO2 adsorbers, the building blocks of emissions control and CO2 capture systems.

If you are looking to make a difference in the world you have found the right place. Join us as we continue to fight climate change.

What You Will Be Doing:

This role is a more advanced Production Associate position requiring independent process adjustments and technical decision-making.

Assemble material and operate equipment within specifications, safely and efficiently

Measure, assemble materials, apply chemicals, and transport materials within specifications and with precision

Work with both solid and liquid raw materials in batch mixing operations

Adjust batch processing using analytical testing to change batch properties; use engineering charts and historical data to assist in adjustments

Operate moisture balance and plasticity tester

Read and follow standard operating sheets (SOS) and troubleshoot process deviations

Verify solutions, materials, and finished product criteria are within specifications prior to using or releasing

Use care and attention to detail while working with raw materials and finished product to ensure product is not damaged and is properly handled

Operate independently and collaborate with engineers/technicians; communicate issues with product, processes, and data to supervisor/manager in a timely manner

Place raw materials into a mixer

Place kneaded mixes into the pre-extruder

Take formed bricks and run through Loomis extruder to form honeycomb catalysts

Place honeycomb catalysts on trays, wrap, and place on the cart for the ovens

Place carts with honeycomb catalysts in ovens, monitor temperature, and humidity, making necessary adjustments, remove catalysts once complete

Prepare dry honeycomb catalysts for chemical activation

Prepare chemical mix for activation process

Cut honeycomb catalysts to specifications

Build arrays by cementing catalysts into specifications and install in modules

Operate a forklift in a safe manner

Operate an overhead crane in a safe manner

Must be able to work on assigned shifts

Work Schedule:

1st Shift 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday (overtime may be required)

2nd Shift 3:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday (overtime may be required)

3rd Shift 11:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. Sunday thru Thursday (overtime may be required)

Following completion of initial training, this position will transition to a 12-hour 2-2-3 shift schedule, providing extended time off and more scheduled days away from work.

Requirements:

Reliable means of transportation is required for all positions

Must be able to pass a drug screen

Background check is requiredSelf-motivated worker

Good basic math and written communication skills

Safety conscious

Willingness to take on responsibility

Able to work in a team

Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Able to read, follow instructions, and record information

Work experience in an industrial environment

Proven knowledge of general plant safety

What Knowledge and Skills We Prefer:

High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred

Manufacturing or closely related experience

Forklift experience preferred

The Working Conditions:

Mechanical noise

Dusty and dirty work environment due to materials and raw materials

Varying temperatures from warm to cold.

The Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift push, pull, and carry 25 pounds frequently.

Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry 50 pounds occasionally.

Standing for extended periods of time.

Walking, stooping, bending, crouching, twisting, climbing, and kneeling.

As a team member at CORMETECH you’ll enjoy:
Benefits are provided on the first day of hire. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision. CORMETECH also provides several company paid benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.

We offer a generous PTO package, a company match on our 401(k), and a quarterly bonus plan.

Cormetech, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The success of Cormetech depends upon attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified people regardless of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran’s status.

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