Batch Technician - $1,000 Sign On Bonus

Alene Candles; Milford (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Alene Candles LLC is seeking a Batch Technician I to join our Milford, NH manufacturing site. You’ll follow batch sheets, mix and supply wax batches, and maintain accurate records to support production needs.

The position is onsite, 3:00 am–1:00 pm, Monday–Thursday with occasional overtime during peak season. Pay is $24/hour plus a $1,000 sign-on bonus paid in two installments; benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related experience (minimum)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good written and verbal communication

Responsibilities

• Follow batch sheets and standard formulas to identify and measure components
• Combine components to produce and supply wax batches
• Maintain accurate records of materials used for each drum
• Review schedules with supervision to meet production demand
• Monitor inventory and alert supervision of shortages
• Maintain equipment and area cleanliness for a safe workplace
• Perform basic arithmetic across units of measure
• Color vision to distinguish colors during production

Job description

Alene Candles LLC is a private label, contract manufacturer that produces high-quality candles for some of the world’s most recognized retail, boutique, and cosmetic brands. With our headquarters in New Hampshire and locations in Ohio, we’ve been in business for over 25 years. We are passionate about making the best products in the world, making safety our number one priority, and being an insanely great place to work. We have been selected as a \"Best Company to Work For\" in 2020 and 2021 and 2023 Business of the Year for Manufacturing.

The Hours

The hours for this position are 3:00 am - 1:00 pm, although the start time vary depending on the needs of the business. We work 10 hour shifts, Monday - Thursday.

During our busy season we anticipate there being some Overtime available. Busy season typically runs from June-September but this can change subject to the needs of the business.

The Pay

The Batch Technician I position pays $24.00/hour.

In addition, we are offering a $1,000 sign on bonus, split into two payments. The first payment of $500 will be included in your first paycheck, and the final $500 payment will be paid in your first check after completing 90 days of service.

The Location

We are located at 51 Scarborough Lane, Milford, NH. This position is onsite.

Additional Job Details

• Required to follow batch sheets and standard formulas to accurately identify and measure amounts and weights of components for each job when required or use prepared “kit” of materials ready for mixing. Complete all necessary paperwork thoroughly and accurately to meet company and customer SOP’s.
• Combine components in tanks to produce and supply wax batches for fill lines.
• Maintain accurate records of each drum to track fragrance and other components used.
• Review work schedules and work with Supervision to anticipate and meet production demand.
• Develop component knowledge to alert Supervision of low inventory levels or potential shortages and maintain records for proper and accurate inventory control.
• Maintain the condition of equipment and tools assigned to the area as well as cleanliness and organization of the area to assure a safe working environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
• Specific vision ability to distinguish between color.

Education required:

Range of Experience:

• 12 months related experience
• Ability to lift 50 lbs independently

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to pay close attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, use hands to handle or touch, reach, talk, hear, and smell. The employee may be required to kneel, crouch, sit, climb, or balance. The employee may lift and/or move up to more than 50 pounds with assistance. Employees need to be able to stand for 8-10 hours. The employee needs to be able to do repetitive lifting motions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee may be regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, and aromas. The employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Alene offers a host of competitive benefits for full-time employees, some of which include: Medical, Dental, and Vision with a Healthcare Reimbursement Account, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance (100% company paid), Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Voluntary PTO Donation Program, Tuition Reimbursement and “Alene Gives Back” – our paid volunteer program.

Alene Candles provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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