Mixer I - First Shift

FHLB Des Moines; Omaha, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Disability coverage

Maternity/Paternity leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Oatey mixer operator role in Omaha, NE is a full-time position on the first shift within a manufacturing setting. You will prepare batch mixes, operate a range of mixing and testing equipment, verify materials and maintain strict safety and quality standards daily.

The role emphasizes Lean thinking, accurate documentation, and teamwork to meet production goals while supporting continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Some college preferred with advanced mathematics and/or science background preferred.
• Compounding, quality or science education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Makes batch mixes using established formulations and methods to meet safety, quality and production goals.
• Complete required documentation and production records.
• Participate in LEAN events (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen) and 6S standards daily.
• Operate mixing and testing equipment and gather/verify raw materials per the double-check sheet.
• Maintain safety procedures and PPE and substitute/back-up positions as needed.

Skills

LEAN Thinking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety orientation

Reading work orders

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma

Some college

Science/Mathematics coursework

Tools

Fill machines

Pallet jack

Box knife

Batch gun

Mix tanks

Drum mover

Viscometer

Computer

Job description

## Mixer I - First ShiftApply: Omaha, NE (Manufacturing): Full time: Posted Today: R72174334 S. 67th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68117 United States of America**Why Oatey?**Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo. At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world. Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter?-**Position Summary**Makes batch mixes using established formulations and methods in a manner to ensure that safety, quality and production goals are met on a daily basis.**Position Responsibilities*** Completes mixing tasks on a rotational basis as assigned by the supervisor/team leader of the department.* **Safety (daily requirements):*** Follow all company safety procedures in completion of job duties.* Verify that all safety-related devices, machine guarding, signage, etc. are in place and functioning prior to releasing equipment for production.* Wear required PPE for job function.* Participate in 6S events in the department and throughout the facility.* Sustain 6S standards through good housekeeping and execution of standard work.* Manage and handling of hazardous waste.* **Productivity (daily requirements):*** Perform minor equipment set-up and adjustments; operate all necessary mixing and testing equipment.* Gather and verify all raw materials for each batch mix per the double check sheet.* Follow standard operating procedures on check sheet to make required batch mixes.* Maintain mixes for all lines while performing other duties assigned by department.* Complete required documentation.* Complete production records and data entry as required (DPR’s, process monitor, production summaries, double check sheets, work orders, etc.).* **Lean (daily requirements):*** Utilize LEAN Thinking in formal and informal settings including participating in LEAN Events (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Projects, Just-Do-It), submitting Suggestions, attending LEAN Training, and improving work cell/areas of responsibility daily.* Use visual tools and display boards and update them as appropriate.* Document all changes resulting from LEAN activities according to ISO guidelines.* Accept and embrace change necessary for continuous improvement.* **Teamwork (daily requirements):*** Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with co-workers by willingness to take on additional responsibility and/or support.* Substitute and back-up production line positions if and when necessary.* **Communication (daily requirements):*** Maximize the flow of communication for effective performance within the department and between shifts.* Other duties as assigned.**Knowledge and Experience*** Knowledge of various equipment (fill machines, pallet jack, box knife, batch gun, mix tanks, drum mover, microscope, viscometer, and computer) is helpful.* Self-motivated with the ability to work at a fast pace in order to meet department units and production needs.* Ability to work as a member of a team to meet department goals.* High attention to detail.* Ability to read and comprehend work orders, charge sheets and PPE requirements.* Safety-oriented.* Respirator fit test and respirator questionnaire required upon hire and annually.* 24-hour HAZMAT training upon hire, and 8-hour HAZMAT annually.* Compounding, quality or science education is preferred.* Some product knowledge is preferred.* Prior manufacturing experience preferred.**Education and Certification*** High School Diploma or equivalent required.* Some college preferred with advanced mathematics and/or science background preferred.**Oatey Total Rewards*** Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance* Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing* Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation* Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents* Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)* Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates* Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave* Tuition reimbursement* A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.