Batch Maker I

Job Description

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.     

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 Production Manager.
• 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.
• Package totes, drums, and pails per packaging ticket instructions after the batch is approved.
• 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 “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

1. Participate in physical inventories and cycle counting.
2. Assist with maintenance as needed
3. Perform shipping duties as needed (loading and unloading trucks, staging products, etc)
4. Contribute to team effort, i.e. assisting in any area required, etc.
5. Train designated employees on compounding procedures as needed.
6. Participate in safety, loss control, accident, incident and rework investigations, as assigned.

 Minimum Requirements

Education/Experience

1. High School diploma or G.E.D.
2. Experience in a related field
3. Forklift experience is a plus
4. Valid state driver’s license, with a good driving record

Skills

1. Mechanical aptitude with practical application skills
2. Analytical ability
3. Speak and write English clearly and distinctly
4. Perform with minimal supervision
5. Perform basic mathematical skills
6. Take direction and apply to the assigned task

Physical Conditions

1. Work performed is very physical in nature
2. Routine bending, stooping, stair climbing and reaching required
3. Lifting and carrying materials and supplies, typically weighing 50 pounds or more
4. Manual dexterity is required to operate tools, machinery, forklifts and controls

Working Conditions

Work is performed inside a manufacturing plant environment where the temperature may vary significantly due to changes in temperature outside and constant opening and closing of doors.  Noise level may be high from time to time caused by the shifting of parts and assemblies and normal human communication and interaction in a shop, storeroom, and warehouse environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Supervision Received

Under the direction of the applicable Crew Leader or Production Manager, works directly with Quality Control Technicians, Research and Development Chemists/Technicians, Technical Director, Production Scheduler, Maintenance personnel, Materials Manager, Plant Manager, Operations Manager and other management as applicable.  

Salary : $21 - $25