Compounder I - 1st Shift

PLZ Corp; Coal City, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k matching

Paid time off

Bonus plans

Job summary

PLZ Corp in Coal City, IL is hiring for a on-site manufacturing role focused on batching chemicals to specified orders. The position emphasizes safety, accuracy in paperwork, and adherence to SOPs.

You will operate batch production equipment, assist with inventory, and use SAP and other computer programs to support production. The role requires high school diploma and some chemical handling experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Some experience working with chemicals and solvent mixing and/or blending using powder and/or liquids strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of batch production and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Read & follow procedures to create batches according to each order’s specifications and timelines.
• Read & follow procedures regarding flush procedures and disposal.
• Accurately & completely fill out all required paperwork, including batch sheets.
• Use basic knowledge of chemical reactions to produce good quality batches and/address errors as needed.
• Read, understand & follow all batching instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring all batch sheets are completed properly.
• Safely operate all required equipment for batch production.
• Utilize SAP & other computer programs, as required, to assist with batch production.
• Assist with raw chemical inventory as requested or required.
• Adhere to all safety protocol.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Reading comprehension

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Category: Manufacturing / Production / Operations

Requisition Number: COMPO005929

• Posted : August 12, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Coal City, IL
1300 E North St
Coal City, IL 60416, USA

Coal City, IL
1300 E North St
Coal City, IL 60416, USA

This position is responsible for combining chemicals and /or solvents in quantities prescribed by the work order to make quality product batches, adhering to all safety protocols. This position may also be responsible for completing basic inventory functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read & follow procedures to create batches according to each order’s specifications and timelines
• Read & follow procedures regarding flush procedures and disposal
• Accurately & completely fill out all required paperwork, including batch sheets
• Use basic knowledge of chemical reactions to produce good quality batches and/or address errors as needed
• Read, understand & follow all batching instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), ensuring all batch sheets are completed properly
• Safely operate all required equipment for batch production
• Utilize SAP & other computer programs, as required, to assist with batch production
• Assist with raw chemical inventory as requested or required
• Adhere to all safety protocol
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills, with proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma preferred
• Some experience working with chemicals and solvent mixing and/or blending using powder and/or liquids strongly preferred

Supervisory Experience

• Manufacturing setting

Compensation:

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The pay for this position ranges from $20.00 per hour up to $24.57 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience. Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

PLZ Corp offers a robust suite of benefits including:

• Company paid Life and Short-Term disability.
• Voluntary benefits include additional life, disability, and hospital/accident insurance.
• 401k & company provided match.
• Paid Time Off
• Bonus incentive programs (Note, bonuses are subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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