Flex Operator: production and warehouse operator

BCI Surface Technologies / Bulk Chemicals Incorporated; Hamburg (Berks County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

Job summary

Bulk Chemicals Incorporated seeks a Flex Operator for our industrial manufacturing and warehouse environment. The role blends wet and dry chemicals, handles materials, and assists in limited maintenance duties. Candidates should be self-motivated, able to work independently or in a team, and follow safety protocols.

Experience in warehouse operations is preferred. The position requires forklift operation, ability to lift 50+ pounds, and compliance with PPE and respirator requirements.

Qualifications

• Able to read, understand, and follow batch tickets and related records.
• Forklift certification and safe forklift operation in a chemical plant preferred; ability to become certified.
• Familiar with chemical manufacturing safety and PPE; willingness to learn PPE usage.
• Respirator certification preferred with ability to become certified and wear as needed.
• Able to lift and move 50+ lbs safely and consistently.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed (typically under 2 hours/day).
• Authorized to work in USA and pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow batch ticket instructions; determine material and equipment needs.
• Organize and kit raw materials; measure, weigh, dispense, and blend chemicals safely.
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment to move materials and keep records.
• Maintain clean, safe warehouse and production areas; ensure proper PPE usage.

Skills

Batch tickets

Forklift certification

PPE proficiency

Respirator certification

Lift 50+ lbs

Overtime capable

US work authorization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Who We Are

For nearly 50 years, BCI has been the leading supplier of products and services for the metal processing industry. A commitment to research and development preserves our leadership in the metal processing industry with new, innovative, and environmentally-friendly technologies. We pride ourselves on a commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service. BCI is always forward-thinking with our innovative technologies that meet and exceed the product quality, environmental and work safety requirements of today and tomorrow. Product development and customer service are the focus of what we do. At BCI, we are dedicated to meeting the demands and requirements of our partners and we believe in doing things the right way.

Benefits of Working at BCI

At BCI, we prioritize our people and are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive workplace. We offer a generous benefits package including:

• Medical plan, life insurance, and disability coverage
• Dental
• Vision
• Supplemental life insurance, AD&D and disability benefits
• Paid time off, including paid holidays

Position Summary

BCI is seeking candidates for a chemical blending position in an industrial manufacturing and warehouse environment. Candidates must be self-motivated while able to work independently and in a team environment. The Flex Operator will have manufacturing and warehouse duties, along with duties in one or more specialty fields. Daily activity will be directed by a manager, supervisor, or team lead and will include hands-on, information, and other activities as needed. The ability to increase contribution by mastering skills and learning new information is critical to growth at BCI.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties: Production

• Read and follow batch ticket instructions: understand material/equipment needs.
• Organize and kit raw materials.
• Accurately measure, weight, dispense, & blend wet and dry chemicals into a mixture.
• Understand & use appropriate PPE; perform tasks in a safe, neat, & orderly manner.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties: Warehouse

• Locate & transport material to/from warehouse using forklifts, pallet jacks, manually, and/or with other material handling equipment as needed.
• Ensure organization & cleanliness of warehouse and production areas.
• Unload/load trailers considering product classification & weight distribution.
• Work independently to log, scan, and track inventory by product and location.

In addition, this position will work in one or more of the following specialties depending on individual aptitude and company needs:

• Facilities and Process Maintenance
• Transportation, CDL Class A or B (back-up driver)
• Process Water & Solid Waste Operations
• Environmental, Health, Safety, & Sustainability
• Inventory Management
• Quality Testing and/or Solution Preparation

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to read, understand, follow, & write technical information on batch tickets & other records.
• Forklift certification & experience safely operating a forklift in a chemical manufacturing facility preferred with the ability to become forklift certified required.
• Familiar with chemical manufacturing safety and personal protective equipment (PPE) preferred with the ability to learn and safely use PPE required.
• Certified to wear a respirator preferred with the ability to become certified & willing to wear as needed (typically infrequent) required.
• Able to safely & consistently lift & move 50+ lbs.
• Able to work overtime (typically < 2 hours/day) as needed.
• Authorized to work in USA and pass background check.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED (minimum requirement)
• Experience: 2-5 years of experience in warehouse operations, logistics, shipping, and/or inventory management preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• This position primarily operates out of our manufacturing and warehouse locations. Workers weigh raw materials, operate forklifts and mixing machinery, monitor mixing processes, and adhere to safety and chemical hygiene protocols to produce consistent chemical compounds. Work areas can be noisy, are primarily indoors, and have limited climate controls.
• This role requires frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting. The employee must be able to lift and move items up to 50+ pounds independently and occasionally heavier loads with assistance and/or equipment.
• Travel requirements: This position may require occasional travel between BCI's manufacturing, warehouse, and other locations.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Note:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the team member(s) of this position. Team members will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

EEO Statement:

Bulk Chemicals Incorporated provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

To perform this job successfully, the team member(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at-will relationship.