Chemical Mixer

Zenex International; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Long Term Disability保险

Voluntary Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Paid Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Zenex International is seeking a Chemical Mixer to join our on-site manufacturing team in Cleveland, OH. You will mix raw materials per batch sheets, weigh chemicals, sample finished products, and ensure accurate documentation for batch records.

Safety procedures and SOPs must be followed, and you will assist other mixers as needed. Qualified candidates have 3–5 years in compounding or mixing, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 60 lbs and operate forklifts.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a compounding or mixing environment.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to read and comprehend written and oral instructions including safety rules, operating procedures, batch recipes and product IDs.
• Must have mathematical skills to perform additions, subtractions, multiplications, and divisions including unit conversions.
• Able to handle 55-gallon drums and powder bags up to 60 lbs.
• Able to walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be certified to operate a tow motor, sit-down and stand-up forklifts.
• Displays good troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning all equipment, tanks, and vessels as needed.
• Must keep work area clean and dispose of all trash.
• Observes and follows safety procedures and SOPs set by the company.
• Refers all issues to the lead/supervisor.
• Transfers finish product into drums and totes to complete orders.
• Assists Mixers as needed.
• Sets up and monitors all mixing tanks, vessels, and mixers.
• Obtains and understands all documentation for batching products.
• Ensures all chemicals returned to inventory have the correct quantity and information on the chemicals.
• Operates all equipment including tanks, mixers, scales, meters, pumps, etc.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Mathematical skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tow motor certification

Forklift certification - sit-down

Forklift certification - stand-up

Job description

Zenex International is an established but growing manufacturer and distributor of high quality industrial and institutional chemical formulas. We are focused on building on our success and improving our operations. We are actively looking for positive, energetic and innovative experts to join our team!

Chemical Mixer

Chemical Mixer responsibilities include the mixing of raw materials to create finished products according to the batch sheets. Also responsible for weighing the correct chemicals and sampling finished products to quality for approval. Has an understanding of all of the company’s products as well as all the mixing equipment.

Job Responsibilities

• Cleaning all equipment, tanks, and vessels as needed.
• Must keep work area clean and dispose of all trash.
• Observes and follows safety procedures and S.O.P’s set by the company.
• Refers all issues to the lead/supervisor.
• Transfers finish product into drums, and totes to complete orders.
• Assists Mixers as needed.
• Sets up and monitors all mixing tanks, vessels, and mixers.
• Obtains and understands all documentation for batching products.
• Ensures all chemicals returned to inventory has the correct quantity and information on the chemicals.
• Operates all equipment including tanks, mixers, scales, meters, pump, etc.
• Completes all paperwork and batch documentation in a timely manner.
• Submits finished product samples to the lab for approval.
• Communicates with production when batches are complete and ready to fill.
• Verifies raw chemical usage on each batch are added correctly with correct weights.
• Operates tow motor as needed.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a compounding or mixing environment a plus.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be able to read and comprehend written and oral instructions including safety rules, operating procedures, batch recipes and material identification.
• Must have mathematical skills to add, subtract, multiply, and divide as well as making the necessary conversions.
• Able to handle 55-gallon drums and powder bags up to 60 lbs.
• Able to walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be certified to operate a tow motor, a sit-down as well as a stand-up.
• Displays good troubleshooting skills.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Must be able to pick up 60 lbs.
• Must be able to maneuver 600 lb drums with a drum dolly.
• 95% of the day you will be on your feet.

Benefits

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• Available Voluntary - Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays

This is a full-time, on-site, Monday through Friday, day shift position.