Spray Dryer Operator; 2nd Shift at AHF LLC in Crossville, Tennessee

Job Description:

PRIMARY PURPOSE: 

This position is responsible for the functions required by the Spray Dryer area and is essential in providing the raw materials necessary for tile production. This position is located in Crossville, TN, requiring attendance and adherence to scheduled and assigned work hours.  Position is not a telecommuting position.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Keep powder running to the Press Department. 


• Clean lines and perform color changes when orders are complete. 


• Run and wash spray dryer when needed. 


• Vacuum Powder Silo decks and wash silos when empty 


• Assist in dumping hoppers in department and outside departments. 


• Perform basic maintenance (for example, replacing vacuum and dust collector hoses/belts/scrapers).   


• Work on Kaizen for continuous improvement. 


• Demonstrate understanding of operating Ball Mill Control Room, Color Mix Control Room, and Main Control Room. 


• Complete 5S and TPMs and all other necessary paperwork.   


• Operate a forklift and front-end loader. 


• Use Gemba board to effectively communicate issues. 


• Communicate effectively with co-workers, Supervisors, and other Departments as needed. 


• Perform start up and shutdown procedures, including cleaning. 


• Ensure that appropriate slip supplies are available. 


• Supervise the screening and electromagneting of all slip to be used. 


• Ensure that spray dried powder, after acceptance by the Technical 


• Cross-train in order to work all Powder Prep positions if needed: 
  
  
  
  • Spray Dryer 
    
    
    
    • Check lances to determine they are spraying well and change lances. 
    
    
    • Perform startup, maintenance, and shutdown procedures, including cleaning. 
    
    
    • Ensure that appropriate slip supplies are available. 
    
    
    • Supervise the screening and electromagneting of all slip to be used. 
    
    
    • Ensure that spray dried powder, after acceptance by the Technical Department, is delivered only to the powder slip for the correct color. 
    
    
    • Measure silos and check cycle tanks and dump cyclone tanks if necessary. 
    
    
    • Startup spray dryer. 
    
    
    • Dump hoppers on deco line, kiln, and presses. 
    
    
    • Clean bucket elevator during final fill and clean lines downstairs. 
    
    
    • Clean spray dryer lines, clean sieves, wash spray dryer, and clean floor. 
    
    
    • Complete moisture checks and density and viscosity testing. 
    
    
    • Keep powder running to presses. 
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • Color Room Operator 
    
    
    
    • Make stain/color 
    
    
    • Make batch corrections 
    
    
    • Provide color to the spray dryer 
    
    
    • Unload trucks to restock stain. 
    
    
    • Clean mixing tank, holding tanks, ATMs, color lines A&B mixer. 
    
    
    • Clean sieves after each color at the end of the day, taking care of waste when full. 
    
    
    • Lifting 55 lbs., hooking and unhooking hoses and moving hoses. 
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • Ball Mill/Water Room Operator 
    
    
    
    • Maintain and do testing on Ball Mill (density, viscosity, residue test) 
    
    
    • Run turbo mixer to control water and greenware. 
    
    
    • Load and unload scrap. 
    
    
    • Deal with suppliers and truck drivers, keeping on track of material quantities. 
    
    
    • Maintain water system and switch out membrane. 
    
    
    • Feed material to Ball Mill weight belts and know feed rates. 
    
    
    • Multi-task by watching belts, screens, etc., to ensure smooth operation. 
    
    
    • Operate heavy equipment to load weigh box and push new incoming loads of clay. 
    
    
    • Lifting grinding media that weighs 55 lbs. 
    
    
    • Color correct mixers/tanks that have not been passed within the declared specs. 
    
    
    • Lifting 55-100 lbs. of stain, depending on the color being made.  This could consist of a few bags to 30+ bags. 
    
    
    • Process the water used in the plant through a membrane system that takes particulate out of the water. 
    
    
    • Install and rotate membrane as needed. 
    
    
    • Handle various chemicals that are put in the process. 
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • Work on Kaizen for continuous improvement. 
  
  
  • Follow safety guidelines and company standards, using Personal Protection Equipment. 
  
  
  • Adhere to company policies and procedures. 
  
  
  • Maintain housekeeping standards to ensure a clean and safe workplace. 
  
  
  • Perform any other duties that may be required or assigned. 
  
  
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Math Skills 


• Computer Skills 


• Communication Skills 


• Ability to Lift 


• Team Oriented 


• Ability to use heavy equipment 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age 


• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail 


• Strong problem-solving skills 


• Positive attitude and strong work ethic 


• Good interpersonal skills in dealing with employees 


• Must be able to work overtime as necessary and other shifts as necessary 


• Must pass a mandatory pre-employment drug test, physical, and criminal background check 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Climbing, bending, standing, walking at a brisk pace 8+ hours a day, squatting, reaching, pushing and pulling 


• Lifting 100 pounds, either alone or with the assistance of another employee, in conformity with lifting techniques detailed in safety policies and training materials 


• Dexterity with hands for use of tools 


• Vision must be sufficient to see tools and equipment clearly 


• Hearing with the use of ear protection 


• Ability to tolerate and work at heights 

MENTAL DEMANDS

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Think analytically


• Make decisions


• Develop options and implement solutions


• Work with a team


• Maintain regular and punctual attendance (consistent with ADA and/or FMLA)


• Attention to detail


• Communicate effectively


• Multitask in a fast pace environment


• Work with a Sense of Urgency

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

• 3 pm to 11 pm


• Includes a 30- minute paid lunch and two (2) 10-minute breaks 

AHF Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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