YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role, Production Technician Trainee GT, are to: 

• Be responsible for the safe operation of chemical processing equipment;
• Read and understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOP);
• Stage raw and finished materials;
• Take required samples during production process;
• Decontaminate equipment and piping for maintenance or disposal;
• Utilize Personal Protective Equipment Matrix;
• Maintain inventories of disposable, production, and safety related materials;
• Recognize material compatibilities;
• Conduct charging and filling operations;
• Maintain plant Hazard Communication labeling program;
• Perform general housekeeping duties throughout the plant area;
• Assist in product changeover activities;
• Be responsible for plant / unit operations and safety equipment;
• Recognize and operate basic process elements;
• Be aware of RCRA hazardous waste regulations, waste determinations, waste codes, and how to immediately communicate discovery of spills and leaks;
• Handle waste and other contaminated trash per SOP;
• Be responsible for labeling, inspection, and recordkeeping requirements to accumulate waste in: satellite accumulation areas, containers, and tanks;
• Operate forklifts;
• Operate Shuttle wagon and radio communication during rail movement operations.
   

WHO YOU ARE

Your success will be driven by your demonstration of our LIFE values.  More specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent with at least that level in reading comprehension, writing, and math;
• One year of manufacturing or similar experience;
• Ability to work with: computer control / display screens, process pumps and equipment, various hand tools, fork trucks, shuttle wagon, full-face respirator, self-contained breathing apparatus, and level A suits;
• Willingness to climb with the ability to perform elevated work utilizing portable ladders and fall protection equipment;
• Ability to perform repetitive motion and / or repetitive lifting up to 60 lbs;
• Ability to work a rotating shift, including required overtime hours weekends, and holidays to support the business needs.