Chemical/Materials Operator

Primary Function:

Responsible for mixing chemicals in a production area. Starts, operates, tends, stops, and cleans mixing machines. Inspects product to ensure high quality standards. You would usually work as part of a team under the supervision of a shift leader.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform physical and chemical mixed on raw material.
• Measuring grading and feeding batches of raw materials into production machinery.
• Operating production line equipment.
• Reporting equipment faults to maintenance staff or supervisor.
• Monitoring the production process and carrying out basic testing and quality checks.
• Storing goods and raw materials in a factory or warehouse.
• Using lifting equipment and forklift trucks as needed.
• Packing goods ready for shipment in crates and other containers.
• Cleaning and maintaining work areas and machinery.
• May handle hazardous waste

SKILLS:

• Good computer skills
• Excellent math skills
• Willing and able to work with chemicals
• Willing and able to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to learn new job functions as needed.
• Ability to train other operators in all aspects of the department.
• Ability to follow instructions and lead area employees with little supervision.
• Ability to follow all safety and environmental standards for the department.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma minimum
• Experience working with raw materials.