Chemical Blender

DuBois Chemicals, Inc.; New Bedford (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

Holiday Pay

401K Match Plan

Job summary

DuBois Chemicals, Inc. is seeking a hands-on plant operator to blend and package chemical products in a facility with a strong safety culture. You will process formulas, decant materials, and manage shipping and receiving while maintaining strict PPE and SDS compliance.

The role requires forklift experience, reliability, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Start times may vary; full-time schedule with overtime and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in a manufacturing facility preferred.
• Experience operating a forklift is required.
• Strong communication and time-management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Process formulas and blend products for shipment.
• Decant chemicals into containers per procedures.
• Handle shipping and receiving duties.
• Quarantine suspect material and report to Operations Manager.
• Follow PPE, SDS, and safety training requirements.
• Comply with government and regulatory requirements when handling chemicals.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Provide backup support to plant staff as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position creates and packages products of various kinds. Safety and Quality concerns are paramount. Chemicals blenders handle raw material, sample batches, record data / paperwork, and forklift. Will be cross trained on other tasks & functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for processing formulas and blending products for shipment


• Responsible for decanting chemical into containers as specified in related procedures


• Responsible for all shipping and receiving duties


• Quarantine suspects chemical material and report to Operations Manager


• Comply with all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and safe handling practices as required from Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and company procedures


• Follow WHMIS, MSDS and all other safety training requirements and procedures


• Follow all government and regulatory requirements when handling and transporting chemical materials


• Clean and store safety equipment for re-use


• Comply with all safety requirements within the company


• Report process and/or safety equipment issues to Operations Manager


• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as required


• Report to Operations Manager to ensure adequate inventory and raw materials in the plant


• Responsible for housekeeping through the plant and facility


• Ensure supplies are distributed as required throughout the facility


• Neatly store supplies, empty containers and inform purchasing when levels require re-ordering


• General housekeeping of the plant and surrounding areas


• Regular and sustained attendance


• Provide back up support to all plant staff when needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in a manufacturing facility


• Previous experience operating a forklift


• Ability to collaborate effectively and efficiently with colleagues


• Strong communication skills and time management

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED

OTHER INFORMATION

• Full-Time (40 Hours a week) with occasional overtime


• Benefits: Health Insurance, PTO, Holiday Pay, 401K Match Plan


• Start Time: 5:00 AM


• Pay Range: $26.00 - 30.00/HR

This position works in an enclosed building that is subject to variances in temperatures, extreme heat in summer, and colder temperatures in winter. This position frequently lifts, pushes, pulls or carries up to 50 pounds of product. This position can work various hours.

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DuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation.