Dip Machine Operator
Church & Dwight

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OBJECTIVE:

Maintain and Monitor the condom dipping process to ensure consistent production of a top quality latex condom.

RESPONSIBILITIES: *denotes essential job functions

*(1) Maintain entire process within specifications as set and required by management, and immediately report deviations of specifications to supervisor.

*(2) Acquire latex dipping skills by OJT in three to twelve months.

(3) Identify and solve technical and process-related problems with a minimal amount of supervision. This involves harmonious teamwork.

*(4) Make a complete inspection of dipping machine hourly and make adjustments as necessary.

*(5) Check take-off for obstruction, clean tank for proper level, rinse tank for plugged nozzles, check for missing molds or hardware, tanks for skim or plugged agitator, roll-up for proper bead, or any build-up of latex. Also make sure belts are turning properly.

*(6) Maintain weights, lengths, and ring gauges to specifications through hourly inspections. Perform water leak/cosmetic inspections hourly.

*(7) Perform dip tank cleaning as required.

*(8) Perform mold changes as required to meet production requirements.

*(9) Keep complete, legible daily log sheets.

*(10) Keep required down-time records accurately and current.

(11) Perform preventative maintenance duties as required.

*(12) Maintain a clean and safe work area. Must comply with all safety procedures related to job assignments.

(13) Cross-train Utility Operator and Tumbler Operator.

Understand how to use information provided by QC to maintain or improve quality. Report all accidents, near misses, or unsafe conditions immediately to the Supervisor. Report all equipment malfunctions immediately to the Supervisor

(17) Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

ACCOUNTABILITY/SCOPE OF POSITION: (SALES VOLUME, BUDGETS, ACCOUNTS/PRODUCT LINES)

Responsibility includes operation of dip machines costing up to $3.5 million each. Responsible for maintaining up to 3000 gross daily condom production within specification. Production includes 14+ different condom shapes and styles.

INTERNAL CONTACTS:

All Dipping and Compounding Personnel

EXTERNAL CONTACTS:

None

EDUCATION: MINIMUM REQUIREMENT

High school graduate or equivalent.

Good verbal, math and writing skills mandatory.

Basic Arithmetic skills in adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers, fractions, and decimals without a calculator.

EXPERIENCE: MINIMUM REQUIREMENT

Prior industrial manufacturing experience is preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS:

Must be able to read, write, and do general math at the high school level. Good verbal skills are mandatory.

Ability to operate a fork lift a plus.

SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT USED:

May require to operate forklifts occasionally and operate air pumps.

Must be able to wear a respirator.

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