Materials Operator (Chemical/Batching)

KYOCERA AVX Greenville LLC; Fountain Inn (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

KYOCERA AVX Greenville LLC is seeking a first-shift Chemical Mixing Operator. You will start, run, monitor, and clean mixing machines in a team setting under a shift leader. You will inspect products, perform basic quality checks, and report faults to maintenance staff.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, basic math and computer skills, and willingness to work with chemicals. A high school diploma is required, with responsibilities including safe handling of materials and packaging of

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and operate lifting equipment.
• Strong math and basic computer skills.
• Willingness to work with chemicals and follow safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Mix chemicals and operate mixing machines as part of a team.
• Monitor production, perform basic testing and quality checks.
• Inspect products and report equipment faults to maintenance or supervisor.
• Keep work areas and machinery clean and safe; handle hazardous materials if needed.
• Pack goods for shipment and store materials properly.

Skills

Good computer skills

Excellent math skills

Willing to work with chemicals

Lift 50 lbs

Train other operators

Lead area employees

Safety standards

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Primary Function:

Responsible for mixing chemicals in a production area. Starts, operates, tends, stops, and cleans mixing machines. Inspects product to ensure high quality standards. You would usually work as part of a team under the supervision of a shift leader.

This is a first-shift position with a starting salary of $18.60.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform physical and chemical mixed on raw material.
• Measuring grading and feeding batches of raw materials into production machinery.
• Operating production line equipment.
• Reporting equipment faults to maintenance staff or supervisor.
• Monitoring the production process and carrying out basic testing and quality checks.
• Storing goods and raw materials in a factory or warehouse.
• Using lifting equipment and forklift trucks as needed.
• Packing goods ready for shipment in crates and other containers.
• Cleaning and maintaining work areas and machinery.
• May handle hazardous waste/chemicals.

SKILLS:

• Good computer skills
• Excellent math skills
• Willing and able to work with chemicals
• Willing and able to lift 50 lbs.

• Ability to train other operators in all aspects of the department.
• Ability to follow instructions and lead area employees with little supervision.
• Ability to follow all safety and environmental standards for the department.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma minimum