Polymer Control Room Technician Job at The Lycra Company LLC, Waynesboro, VA

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  • The Lycra Company LLC
  • Waynesboro, VA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The LYCRA Company is a premier supplier of differentiated fiber products from a global manufacturing base with assets in Europe, USA, Mexico, Brazil, China, and Singapore.

Our Apparel business works with leading consumer brands, retailers, and fabric mills all over the world to leverage our innovative ingredient brand fibers including LYCRA® fiber, COOLMAX® fabric, THERMOLITE® fabric, SUPPLEX® fabric and TACTEL® fiber. The LYCRA Company is a leading supplier in the global apparel markets including ready-to-wear, intimate apparel, swimwear, activewear, outdoor and career apparel.

The LYCRA Company is seeking a Polymer Control Room & Field Operator located at our manufacturing plant in Waynesboro, Virginia . The selected candidate must be available for daytime training and, once trained, to work nights (6pm-6am) including weekends and holidays if scheduled.

The position will report to the Polymer Operations Group Leader

Job Summary :

  • Operate multiple production lines from a control room using a DCS to adjust rate/mode, operate remote equipment, trend process conditions, and make corrections to the process.
  • Make batches of product using powder and liquid ingredients, following a specific recipe
  • Operate valves, pumps, troubleshoot equipment, and complete field rounds
  • Oversee the sampling and continuous release of product
  • Uses troubleshooting skills to solve problems, while seeking best knowledge to ensure safety and compliance.
  • Lockout/Tag out and Safe Work Permit writing

Qualifications (Required):

  • 2+ years of control room experience
  • Or; 2+ year machine operator experience
  • Or; Associates Degree or higher in a technical field (IE. Science, Engineering, Manufacturing)
  • Experience using Microsoft Office
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by the operating area, including but not limited to safety glasses, protective footwear, hearing protection. Must remain clean-shaven to wear a half-face or full-face respirator with supplied air.
  • Pass a physical abilities test
  • Ability to:
    1. Lift/Carry up to 10 pounds frequently and Lift/Carry up to 50 pounds occasionally
    2. Push/Pull up to 20 pounds frequently
    3. Climb Stairs
    4. Frequently Bend/Stoop, reach above and below shoulder level, and occasionally climb ladders
    5. Occasionally work on or with moving machinery
    6. Ability to work overtime

Qualifications (Preferred):

  • Experience working in a manufacturing environment
  • 3+ Years of Control Room Experience
  • Experience working with manufacturing equipment, DCS, pumps, manual and automatic valves, heat exchangers, and process flows
  • Strong observation and Critical Thinking Skills
  • Demonstrated ability to effectivity communicate with verbal and written communications

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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