Mix Room Operator - 2nd Shift (3pm - 11pm)

General-Formulations; Sparta (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

General Formulations is seeking a Mix Room Operator for 2nd shift (3pm–11pm) at our Sparta, MI facility. The role involves setup, operation, and cleanup of mixers, cast tanks, and the compounding area, with a focus on safety and productivity.

You will transport and stage materials, print labels, and perform basic product testing using viscometer and pH meter. Strong reading, math, and teamwork are essential in this fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; manufacturing background preferred.
• Ability to read and follow written and oral instructions.
• Good mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Able to work in a loud, fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate pallet jacks and forklifts in a production environment.
• Set up and operate mixers, cast tanks, and compounding equipment.
• Receive, stage, and issue materials following FIFO.
• Print labels, job travelers, and manage shop floor transactions.
• Maintain 5S standards and keep area clean.
• Perform basic product testing using viscometer and pH meter.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team player

Attention to detail

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jacks

Overhead hoist systems

Print labeling equipment

Job description

Mix Room Operator - 2nd Shift (3pm - 11pm)

Job Category: Ink

Requisition Number: MIXRO001397

• Posted : August 7, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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UNION
309 S Union St
Sparta, MI 49345, USA

UNION
309 S Union St
Sparta, MI 49345, USA

The mixing room level 1 mixers are under the direction of the level 2 mixer(s), mixing department supervisor, and occasionally the coating supervisors, particularly on the off shifts. Compounder must be capable of performing all the tasks required of them in this position from start to finish, including but not limited to staging materials and setting up equipment, learning all components of adhesive mixing and vinyl compounding. They must possess basic math and basic computer skills and be capable of printing pick lists, opening, issuing, and closing jobs in our current tracking system, and print labels for finished materials. Level 1 mixers must be able keep their area clean and organized, follow direction both in written and oral form, and work well alone and with a team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Safe operation of pallet jacks, standup, and sit-down forklifts in a production environment.
• Safe operation of heavy-duty air driven equipment and tools including overhead hoist systems
• Must be able to gauge distances and have good depth perception to safely operate hoist system and safely retrieve and return items to the warehouse racks
• Must be able to stand for the duration of shift aside from scheduled breaks
• Able to work in an environment with industrial solvents and pigments
• Follow schedule and read job travelers, pick lists, pulls material from the warehouse following FIFO guidelines
• Transport raw materials and return unused or partially used materials to the warehouse with proper documentation when applicable
• Finished materials must be handled, labeled, and stored properly
• Actively involved in the set-up, mixing/compounding, and cleanup of the mixers, cast tanks, compounding room, and outlying areas
• In the first 6 months the Mix Room Level 1 Mixer must learn to fully setup, operate, and clean all equipment necessary to complete all tasks required
• Additionally in the first 6 months, must be able to perform and have a basic understanding of product testing using a viscometer, PH meter, Hegman gauge, draw down, and spectrophotometer
• Develop a basic understanding of the adhesive mixing process, cast vinyl compounding and versating process to effectively troubleshoot production and quality problems
• Possess basic computer skills and the ability to perform various shop floor transactions including opening jobs, issuing materials, closing jobs, and printing labels
• Heavy lifting is required, must be able to slide and shift drums and/or equipment on occasion and lift 50 pounds repetitively during a shift with the ability to reach, push, and pull, lean, twist, and bend
• Responsible for housekeeping in the area and following the 5S principles
• Must be able to differentiate between all colors to effectively perform color testing
• Must be able to effectively listen and communicate in a loud and busy environment
• Must always maintain a safe working environment and adhere to safety policies

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or GED and manufacturing background preferred.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Good oral communication skills – ability to follow instructions both written and oral
• Works well in a fast-paced team environment with the ability to work well alone
• Self-motivated and interested in learning multiple functions required for the job
• Good mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
• Displays ability and willingness to follow rules and regulations
• Must be detail oriented, thorough, and able to focus and follow tasks through from beginning to end
• Must be able to handle hazardous waste in a safe and proper manner in accordance with General Formulation, local, state, and federal guidelines

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

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