Batch Maker/Mixer/Compounder

Meridian Adhesives Group (American Sealants, Inc.); Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account Plans

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

11 Company Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Employee Referral Bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Meridian Adhesives Group in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a batch maker to mix raw chemical materials and produce our adhesive products. You will stage inputs, follow batch work instructions, and monitor mixing equipment to ensure quality. This role requires the ability to lift 50–60 pounds, read digital scales, and read and comprehend English. Starting pay is $23 per hour with potential productivity-based bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in chemical manufacturing preferred.
• Must be able to lift 50–60 pounds.
• Able to read and comprehend English.
• Ability to read digital scales.
• Experience operating high-speed dispersers and handling equipment.
• Basic math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Stage and charge raw materials into mixing container.
• Follow batch work instructions to produce quality products.
• Monitor and control mixing equipment per work instructions.
• Adjust batch under QC guidance until approved.
• Follow manufacturing schedule and coordinate with Supervisor on improvements.
• Keep work area clean and safe to company standards.
• Ensure PPE compliance and report spills or hazards immediately.

Skills

Basic math

Dispersers operation

Read English

Lift 50-60 lbs

Read digital scales

Chemical manufacturing

Job description

Meridian Adhesives Group is a rapidly growing, full service global adhesive solutions provider, specializing in adhesive technologies used in electronics, industrial, and infrastructure applications. Fueled by a series of strategic acquisitions since its formation in 2018, Meridian has established itself as an adhesive technology leader for a broad, global, blue-chip customer base comprised of OEMs, distributors, and industrial clients with an expanding global footprint.

Job Summary

The batch makers are responsible for mixing the raw chemical materials to create our products.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Stages and manually charges necessary raw materials into mixing container.
• Follows batch work instructions to manufacture quality products.
• Monitors and controls mixing equipment and other instruments in order to make sure that a batch is produced according to work instructions.
• Adjust a batch under QC guidance until it is approved.
• Follows manufacturing schedule and works with Supervisor regarding any potential improvements or concerns.
• Cleanup work area to company standards.
• Ensure work area is safe, clean, and free of recognizable hazards, communicate all spills or other hazards immediately to floor either supervisor or safety.
• Comply to all PPE standards.

Required Skills

• Basic math skills.
• Operate high-speed dispersers and other handling equipment.
• Able to read and comprehend English.
• Ability to lift 50-60 pounds.
• Read digital scales.
• Chemical manufacturing experience is preferred

Schedule: 1st Shift 5:00 am -2:30 pm Monday through Thursday and 7:00 am - 11:00 am on Friday.

Pay: This position has a starting hourly rate of $23.00 per hour. The range represents the expected hourly range for this position. The actual hourly range may vary based upon several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic location

Bonus Pay: Meridian is actively participating in a productivity incentive plan for 2026. Eligible employees have the opportunity to earn up to $1,520 a year, with payments distributed quarterly throughout the year.

• Competitive Compensation Packages
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account Plans
• Retirement Plan with company contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off plan increasing based on seniority
• 11 Company Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Why Join US

Meridian is a leading name in the adhesives industry, renowned for delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to clients worldwide. Guided by our core values - Safety & Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Accountability,andTeamwork - we are driven to make a meaningful impact in everything we do. When you join Meridian, you become part of a dynamic team that values diverse perspectives, fosters professional growth, and encourages bold ideas. We’re committed to creating a supportive environment where you can thrive, grow, contribute to groundbreaking projects, and help shape the future of our industry.

Meridian Adhesives Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

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