Chemical Batch Operator

BYK Additives & Instruments is one of the world’s leading suppliers in the field of additives and measuring instruments. Around the world, the additives of BYK ensure that coatings and plastics precisely obtain the desired properties and the correct quality.

We’re looking for a highly motivated, experienced Chemical Batch Operator to join our production team!

• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefit plans eligible to enroll within 30 days of hire!
• Annual Merit increases, Bonuses, and 401K Discretionary company match up to 5%!
• Opportunity for advancement and training opportunities for all employees!

*This opportunity is a night shift, 7pm – 7am position, with required weekend work and overtime as outlined upon interview.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

· Accurately perform product processing, packaging, and material handling operations in an orderly and safe manner in the manufacturing area

• Follow manufacturing procedures involved with production batches
• Maintain organization of raw material and supply inventories
• Maintain communication with other plant personnel in regard to their jobs and progress
• Maintain proper records of manufacturing data
• Follow procedures for product packaging
• Move products and raw materials between production and warehousing areas
• Unload incoming bulk raw material shipments
• Load outgoing bulk finished goods shipments
• Perform minor maintenance of production equipment
• Maintain organization and cleanliness in plant area
• Monitor and handle hazardous waste containers according to procedure
• Must successfully complete appropriate D.O.T. Hazmat training
• Participates in emergency response as defined in the program and training capability
• Must successfully complete RCRA training according to job function and the regulations
• Follows emergency response procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalency
• Able to accurately read and execute manufacturing procedures
• Must be able to read and write English
• Good problem-solving ability
• Strong math aptitude
• 5+ years of Chemical Manufacturing, experience with monitoring temperature, pressure, distillations, and filtration

Knowledge & Skills:

• Mechanical– Being aware of the basic mechanics involved with all the systems and equipment used in the plant/facility
• Chemical– Knowledge of basic chemistry and its production applications
• Procedural– Understanding our procedures and our procedural format
• Mechanical Aptitude – The ability to adeptly utilize the equipment. This includes forklifts, valves, vacuum systems, cooling/heating systems, pumps and various other items and systems
• Trainability– This skill demonstrated by how quickly and thoroughly procedures and equipment are learned

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental Vision- Participation within the first 30 days of employment
• Company paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Competitive Bonus Potential
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO

In the ALTANA Group, you will work in a unique culture of innovation where the utmost importance is attached to promoting individual ideas and abilities as well as open, trusting interaction. ALTANA AG and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

We encourage you to apply to join our team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.87 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Night shift
• Overtime

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Are you comfortable with working a 12 hour rotating schedule?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Chemical Manufacturing: 4 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Wallingford, CT 06492 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person