Stages and prepares all raw materials associated with production batches.
Maintains orderliness and cleanliness in batch making area and proper storage of batch area inventories.
Communicates low levels of raw materials to the Plant Supervisor.
Develops a thorough knowledge of raw material storage tanks, valving and piping, their contents, actuation and directions of flow.
Maintains a good working relationship with Quality Control.
Must be capable of logical structuring of the batch making process, particularly optimization of mixer usage and efficiency.
Reports all spills and leaks, equipment malfunction, safety hazards, accidents, near-miss accidents and material shortages immediately to the Production Supervisor.
Acknowledges and understands the hazards and safety precautions required for working with inorganic metal-based powdered pigments and modifies work and hygiene practices accordingly.
The above description identifies only the primary duties pertaining to this position. Additional tasks are performed, as required, and do not significantly alter this description.
Background Requirements:
High School Diploma with some college level chemistry preferred.
Minimum 2 years prior related experience or 1 year experience as a production batch maker.
Must pass standard eye exam (corrected or uncorrected) and must pass standard color-tone testing.
Must be capable of wearing Company standard respirators as qualified by a fit test performed by an authorized agency.
Physical Requirements:
Lifting up to 50 pounds.
Stooping, bending, squatting up to 50% of the time.
Standing and walking up to 90% of the time.
Sitting – None.
Benefits: 401k w/ company match after 6 months, Pension Plan, Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, flexible schedule, life insurance, tuition reimbursement
