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Heat/Energy - Utility I

Req Id: 12886

Job Location: Roxboro

Posting Start Date: 10/28/26

Work Environment: Onsite

Job Description:

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

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