Chemical Batch maker

SIMONIZ USA; Bolton (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental

Company-paid life

Voluntary life

Voluntary LTD

401k

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Weekly payroll

Uniforms & PPE program

Job summary

SIMONIZ USA in Bolton, CT is seeking a production operator to set up, operate, and tend to machines that mix chemical raw materials into finished goods. You will follow batch tickets, monitor equipment, and ensure safe, efficient operations.

This role requires reading batch tickets, basic math, attention to safety, and the ability to work with others in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position offers benefits including medical, dental, 401k, paid holidays, and weekly payroll.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Basic math skills for batching and measurements.
• Ability to read batch tickets and follow instructions.
• Commitment to safety policies and PPE usage.
• Ability to communicate in English with team and supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and tend machines to mix and blend chemical raw materials.
• Follow batch tickets and monitor equipment for safe, efficient operation.
• Weigh and measure materials; pour into mixing tanks as required.
• Record production data and maintain clean, safe work area.
• Support other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Batch ticket reading

Basic math

Safety training

PPE usage

Teamwork

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Description

Want to be part of a company with a legendary history and an exciting future? Simoniz USA is an industry-leading manufacturer of cleaning and protection products for auto dealerships, professional car washes and providers of professional housekeeping and building maintenance services. For over a century, the Simoniz name has been synonymous with quality products that work hard and boast measurable results for overall cleanliness and protection.

• We offer an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, company-paid life, voluntary life, voluntary long term disability, 401k,
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal time.
• Weekly payroll
• Company Provided Uniforms as well as safety eye wear & boot program

Job Description

This position is responsible for setting up, operating and tending to machines to mix and blend chemical raw materials into finished goods.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to work schedule and be able to report to work on time and work throughout the assigned schedule and shift
• Accept direction from shift supervisor
• May move materials manually or with forklift, pallet jack, hand truck or other equipment
• Compound and process raw materials, scents and dyes according to batch ticket
• Weigh or measure raw materials prior to putting into mixing tanks
• Dump or pour specified amounts of raw materials into mixing tanks via pumps or manual means
• Start machines to mix or blend ingredients and allow them to mix for specified times as per instructions
• Observe production and monitor equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation
• Stop mixing or blending equipment per instructions on the batch ticket once specified product quantity is obtained
• Collect samples of materials or products for laboratory testing
• Record production data on specified forms
• Clean and maintain mixing tanks, equipment, and work area
• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stand, walk, handle, reach outward and above shoulder, climb and bend frequently and squat occasionally
• Lift or carry up to 50 pounds, frequently
• Push or pull up to 100 pounds frequently
• Be able to judge distance, color, periphery and depth

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work in a humid environment
• Work near moving mechanical parts
• Exposure to fumes or airborne particles
• May handle caustic or acidic chemicals after appropriate training and with appropriate PPE
• Moderate noise level from forklifts and other equipment

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Ability to work effectively and get along with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or job type and with a wide variety of personalities in groups or individually
• Complete required safety training, perform tasks in a safe manner, follow safety policies
• Wear specified personal protective equipment which may include steel/composite toe work boots, safety glasses, aprons, protective gloves or respirators, hoods, masks, face shields etc. as required
• Change PPE throughout shift as required for process
• Ability to create and blend batches accurately
• Read batch tickets to determine production specifications and information
• Possess basic math skills - adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing
• Ability to communicate verbally in English in order to give directions or request information from Supervisor or Manager
• Ability to write short notes or comments to Supervisor or Manager in English
• Must be detailed oriented
• Meet the quantity requirements according to the production schedule
• Follow written and verbal directions