Job Description

The Chemical Mixing Operator will safely and efficiently operate all mixing vessels in the manufacturing facility along with operation of all equipment necessary to fill and package finished product.  As a 2nd Shift position the regular hours for this role are 2:30-11:00pm Monday through Friday.  Pay rates from $22/HR based on experience with $1.30 SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL. 

WEEKLY ATTENDANCE BONUS! 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Communicate with Supervisors and facility leadership regarding safety, production, quality, or any other operational issue
•  Follow & perform Bill of Materials, Batch Sheets, & Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
•  Understands and efficiently performs all phases of mixing operation, including: offloading talc railcars; adding resin to Meyer, Anco, Kelly Mixers from silos; proper setting of resin meters and proper valve operation; weighs raw materials accurately; adding all ingredients and chemicals, including liquids and powders, both automated and by hand; and accurately operates Meyer, Anco, Kelly and M2M mixers
•  Package batches in accordance with all safety, quality, and efficiency standards by following SOPs, batch sheets, and verbal directions
•  Safely and efficiently operate various styles of mixing equipment, packaging equipment, bulk material transfer equipment, scales, flowmeters and other equipment related to the mixing and packaging of chemicals
•  Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required
• Understands quality expectations relating to the packaging of our products, including fill weights, appearance of packages, and proper labeling
•  Understands the Quality Control functions pertaining to mixed product, including viscosity and weight testing
•  Perform required calibrations or routine maintenance to equipment in accordance to company procedures including changing resin filters and emptying dust collector
•  Ensure accurate documentation & inventory accuracy in accordance to established doctrine
•  Use all equipment safely and ensure safe operation of equipment by coworkers
• Maintain clean work areas in accordance with 5S protocol
• Assist in modifying or establishing procedures as needed
• Assist in prevention of quality problems and establishment of solutions for existing issues

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education required
•  3 years’ work experience in a chemical environment preferred
• Forklift operation experience preferred
• Basic understanding of computers
• Oral and written communication skills and basic math
• Willingness to work in a team environment
• Ability to adapt to changing demands and to react positively to verbal instructions given by a Supervisor or another manager
•  Ability to climb stairs, stand or sit for extended periods of time, and safely lift up to 55 lbs. repetitively
•  Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time

Additional Information

ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.