Batch Maker

Under the direction of the Crew Leader, performs compounding of materials in a batch processing environment by following specific instructions and procedures within specification, to schedule and on time. This role is on 2nd Shift, 3PM-1:30AM M-Thur.Job Duties and Responsibilities:Produce quality products as scheduled and on time. * Complete daily production requirements by following production schedule. * Maintain assigned equipment by performing required pre-operational, in process and post batch inspections. Immediately report any possibilities of contamination, needed mechanical repair or safety issues to the Crew Leader. * Complete pre-compounding process. Locate raw materials and supplies by pulling and verifying materials and quantities needed as indicated on batch ticket. Report shortages to the Crew leader, or in his/her absence, the Materials Department immediately. * Produce quality products by following batch ticket instructions, sequences, and quality control procedures exactly. * Document raw material use by recording consumption on the batch ticket. * Document all required information and any discrepancies in materials (additions or deletions), processing steps, temperature variations, etc., on the batch ticket. * Prepare and deliver marked batch samples to the Quality Control Laboratory as required. * Control the reintroduction or remix material into the mixers per Quality Control batch ticket instructions. Housekeeping* Maintain a clean and safe work area, facility and equipment by following routine housekeeping standards. * Cap or plug hose and plumbing fittings when not in use. * Properly store all properly capped, covered or closed operating supplies such as raw materials, drums, totes, etc. in their designated locations before the end of the shift. * Remove empty raw material containers, packages, bags and sacks before the end of the shift. * Equipment must be kept cleaned of raw material residue, chemicals and adhesive. * Sweep and mop work areas as needed and at the end of each shift. Rinse mop heads and mop buckets and return to the proper storage area after each use. * Return cleaning equipment to assigned area after each use. Safety* Maintain a safe working environment by following the W. F. Taylor “Safety Rules and Guidelines” and the “Code of Safe Practices” as defined in the “Employee Safety Handbook”, and by Company policy. * Maintain respirator certification through required physicals and fit tests. Other Duties* Participate in physical inventories and cycle counting. * Contribute to team effort, i.e. assisting in any area required, etc. * Train designated employees on compounding procedures. * Participate in safety, loss control, accident, incident and rework investigations, as assigned. Qualifications: Education/Experience* High School diploma or G.E.D. * Experience in a related field * Valid state driver’s license, with a good driving record Skills* Mechanical aptitude with practical application skills * Analytical ability * Speak and write English clearly and distinctly * Perform with minimal supervision * Perform basic mathematical skills * Take direction and apply to the assigned task Physical Conditions* Work performed is very physical in nature * Routine bending, stooping, stair climbing and reaching required * Lifting and carrying materials and supplies, typically weighting 50 pounds or more * Manual dexterity is required to operate tools, machinery, forklifts and controls Working Conditions* Special safety requirements, when working in a plant environment may apply * May be exposed to or required to handle hazardous materials * May work in temperature and weather extremes #Indeed-JL-LP