Chemical Operator I - Day Shift - Job Fair

Quaker Houghton; MIDDLETOWN (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$1,500 Sign on Bonus

Plant Share Gain Incentive

Company Provided Uniforms

Competitive bi-weekly pay

Generous annual paid time off

401 (k) employer match

Health care, dental and vision benefits

Referral bonus up to $1,000

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Middletown, Ohio, seeks entry-level production employees to operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Responsibilities include filling containers, maintaining quality documentation, and assisting in inventory management. Applicants should have a high school diploma and a positive team-oriented attitude. Extensive training is provided, along with benefits such as a sign-on bonus and health care. This role emphasizes safety and teamwork within the manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with 0-1 year of experience preferred.
• Must demonstrate ability to follow safety regulations.
• Must be precise and accurate in dealing with figures.
• Positive team oriented attitude; reliable attendance; mathematical accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain organized and clean work area.
• Assist in tracking material inventory.
• Maintain neat batch documentation; calculate batch yields and respond to variances.
• Store and stage inventory for batch prep; assist in inventory transfers in JDE; support safety initiatives.
• Ensure labeling, packaging, and proper use/maintenance of equipment; assist in safety audits.
• Assist in investigating customer complaints and support plant operations; comply with safety policies.

Skills

Ability to read and analyze batch sheets

Team oriented attitude

Basic mathematical skills

Reliable attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

JDE

Job description

The facility is moving to a 24/7 shift schedule, where you will be required to work 12 hour DAY shifts with a 2-2-3 schedule.

Operates production equipment in a manner consistent with training and work instructions to ensure safety and the highest level of product quality.

Prepares mixing vessels, necessary pumps and hoses for unloading. Inspects all containers prior to filling for cleanliness and integrity.

Fills containers as prescribed in the associated batch ticket, pick ticket, and or export order sheet and prepares containers for shipment including labelling, palletizing and wrapping and completes work orders in JDE.

Maintains neat, thorough and correct completion of all batch related documentation. Calculates batch yields and responds appropriately.

Store and stage inventory in assigned areas for batch preparation, further processing and/or shipping.

Assist in tracking material inventory and performing inventory counts, make inventory transfers in JDE.

Loads and unloads box trucks and flat-beds, tanker trucks and rail cars, either manually or using proper material handling equipment.

Load containerized and bulk raw materials to production vessels.

Complete shipping responsibilities including; receive PO’s in JDE, ship items in JDE, communicate late shipments to OTC group, Prepare UPS and FedEx shipments and call trucks for shipment.

Maintains a clean and organized work area and strictly adheres to all plant safety policies.

Provides immediate containment, reporting and clean-up/recovery of spilled material or leaks. Operates all types of Forklifts and other related motorized vehicles in a safe and proficient manner.

Holds team members accountable for safety and quality procedures. Routinely participate in site safety committee.

Assists in the investigation and resolution of customer complaints. Others duties as assigned; Responsibilities may vary by work location

To be responsible for the correct execution of activities of the plant following the different processes and instructions and complying with the established indications/norms

Ensure proper labelling and packaging of the different finished products according to processes and instructions

Collect samples of the products to be analyzed in the laboratory.

Responsible for the order, cleanliness and correct use and maintenance of the equipment

Handle Forklifts

Segregate waste in accordance with established procedures

Apply and comply with safety regulations and instructions.

To highlight any potential health and safety or accident issues to the Production Supervisor or Manager

Teamwork, promoting a good atmosphere and through actions that generate added value and when they are required support in other areas

Work Environment/EHS/Physical Demands:

• Will work in a manufacturing environment and may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The associate is exposed to moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock and trip and slip hazards.
• The noise level in the manufacturing environment is loud.
• Ability to lift bags and other containers up to 50 pounds in a safe manner as directed.
• Ability to move drums up to 500 pounds with mechanical equipment in a safe manner as directed.
• May be required to stand for long periods and walk great distances daily.
• May be required to work in small spaces and high locations.

What do we look for?

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• This position is the entry level for a new production employee with 0-1 year of experience. 1-2 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret batch sheets, SOPs and work instructions
• Positive team oriented attitude
• Reliable attendance
• Demonstrate basic mathematical skills. Precise and accurate in dealing with figures and details.

What's in it for you?

• $1,500 Sign on Bonus
• Plant Share Gain Incentive
• Company Provided Uniforms
• Competitive bi-weekly pay
• Generous annualpaid time off.
• 401 (k) employer match.
• Health care, dental and vision benefits.
• Employees can receive up to a $1,000 bonus by referring a friend to join the company.

Safety is a top priority at Quaker Houghton. All operators receive extensive on-the-job training during the first 3 months of employment.

Tuition Reimbursement

Quaker Houghton is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce.Quaker Houghton provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates. Quaker Houghton does not discriminate against any candidate for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, veteran’s status, physical/mental disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by U.S federal, state, and/or local employment law. Furthermore, Quaker Houghton is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates with physical and/or mental disabilities.Applicants with a disability who need assistance applying for a position may [e-mail]. #LI-DNI