Heat/Energy - Utility I

Heat/Energy-Utility I (Dryer Aid)

Job Purpose:

Assist Dryer Operator in operation of Dryers, WESP, RTOs, and Thermal oil unit to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant production of wafers conforming to established specifications

Key Responsibilities:

• Collects wafer samples from dryer and processes them for moisture determination, against meter, calibration


• Sets and adjusts dryer controls, when operating or starting processes


• Monitors equipment operation adjusts as requested or as needed


• Monitors conveyor and bin flows to ensure uninterrupted operations; unplugs clogs as required


• Maintains equipment in a safe, clean condition


• Monitors Pneumatic systems for proper operation


• Inspect bins to ensure bin capacities are not extended


• Trains as a Relief Dryer Operator/Trains to be next Dryer Operator


• Performs all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations


• Expected to keep leaks in Dryer, Pneumatics, storage systems to “Zero” leaks


• Expected to learn and train in WESP area to maintain 100% compliance in WESP equipment operations


• Expected to maintain 100% compliance with all Environmental, Housekeeping standards, and policies for area.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• High School Diploma


• Ability to stand for extended periods


• Good visual acuity and depth perception


• Good eye/hand coordination


• Basic mechanical skills


• Ability to operate loaders


• Ability to read and understand safety rules and regulations

Minimum Requirements: 

• High School Diploma


• Manufacturing experience, preferably in a wood processing environment

Essential Functions:

• Ability to stand for extended periods


• Ability to wear a respirator


• Ability to operate loaders


• Ability to climb, bend, stoop, squat, lift up to 50 pounds


• Ability to work in confined spaces and work at substantial height