Chemical Batch Operator — Industrial Adhesives

Torrey Holistics; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 2,893,000 - 3,168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

HSAs and FSAs

Retirement plan with company matching

Generous PTO

Job summary

Meridian Adhesives Group seeks a hands‑on Compounder for the 1st shift in Fort Wayne, IN. You will stage ingredients, feed materials into mixing vessels, and run high‑speed dispersers under QC guidance to reach final batch approval.

Applicants should have basic math, read digital scales, and be able to lift 50–60 lbs. The role offers a strong benefits package, 21.00 USD/hour to start, and a quarterly bonus program.

Qualifications

• Basic math proficiency and ability to read digital scales.
• Experience operating high-speed dispersers and material handling equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend English.
• Strength to lift 50–60 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Stage ingredients and manually add them to mixing vessels per batch ticket.
• Operate and monitor high‑speed dispersers and other processing/handling equipment.
• Track parameters and adjust under Quality Control guidance until approved.
• Follow the daily manufacturing schedule; flag issues and improvements to the Supervisor.
• Maintain housekeeping to standard; report spills or hazards to your supervisor or safety.
• Uphold all PPE standards throughout the shift.

Skills

Compounder

Mixing

Blending

Weighing Raw Materials

Injection Molding Experience

Tools

High-speed dispersers

Digital scales

Injection molding equipment

Job description

Ready to run production that powers electronics, industry, and infrastructure?Meridian Adhesives Group is a fast‑growing global provider of adhesive technologies, serving blue‑chip OEMs, distributors, and industrial clients around the world.Is this you?Do you enjoy hands‑on work—charging raw materials, operating mixers, and seeing a batch through to approval?Are you detail‑oriented and comfortable following precise batch instructions?Can you partner with QC to fine‑tune a formula until it’s right?Do you take pride in a spotless, safe workspace and strict PPE compliance?What you’ll handleStage ingredients and manually add them to mixing vessels per batch ticket.Operate and monitor high‑speed dispersers and other processing/handling equipment.Track parameters and adjust under Quality Control guidance until approved.Follow the daily manufacturing schedule; flag issues and improvements to the Supervisor.Maintain housekeeping to standard; immediately report spills or hazards to your supervisor or safety.Uphold all PPE standards throughout the shift.What you’ll bringBasic math proficiency and ability to read digital scales.Experience operating high‑speed dispersers and material handling equipment.Ability to read and comprehend English.Strength to lift 50–60 lbs.Chemical manufacturing background preferred.Schedule, pay, and bonusHours: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 5:00 am–2:30 pmStarting rate: $21.00/hour. Actual hourly compensation may vary within the expected range based on relevant experience/skills, time in role, business unit, and geography.Incentive: 2025 productivity plan—eligible employees can earn up to $1,520 per year, paid quarterly.Benefits you can count onCompetitive pay packageMedical, dental, visionHSA and FSA optionsRetirement plan with company contributionsGenerous PTO that grows with service11 paid company holidaysPaid parental leaveCompany‑paid life insuranceCompany‑paid short‑term disabilityEmployee referral bonusesAnnual paid volunteer dayEmployee Assistance ProgramGrow your career with our valuesJoin a culture anchored by Safety & Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Accountability, and Teamwork—where diverse perspectives and bold ideas drive impact.Learn more: https://meridianadhesives.com/careers/Helpful proficienciesCompounderMixingBlendingWeighing Raw MaterialsInjection Molding ExperienceMeridian 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.