Process Technician - 3rd Shift

Hawkins, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading chemical manufacturing company as a Process Technician on the 3rd shift. In this entry-level role, you'll operate production equipment safely and effectively to meet quality standards while ensuring compliance with all safety regulations. Comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience as a chemical operator or equivalent.
• Willingness to participate in mandatory safety and environmental training, including HAZWOPER certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate, handle, and maintain production equipment; control continuous and batch processes.
• Accurately complete required paperwork and report safety incidents.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to operate a forklift

Understanding of operational procedures

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join to apply for the Process Technician - 3rd Shift role at Hawkins, Inc.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Process Technician to join our team! As a Process Tech, you will operate our production equipment safely to achieve desired production volumes and quality standards.

About Hawkins

Hawkins, Inc. is a formulator, manufacturer, blender, distributor, and sales agent for thousands of industrial chemicals and reagent-grade laboratory chemicals sold to municipalities and businesses throughout the Central United States. Since 1938, Hawkins has been a trusted provider for various industries.

About The Job

Operate, handle, and maintain production equipment safely while achieving production and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Know the equipment and process operation; handle, store, transfer, and transport chemical material; operate and monitor equipment
• Control continuous and batch processes; manually and automatically adjust variables such as temperature, pressure, feed rate, sampling, etc., in accordance with SOPs
• Communicate compliance, safety, and equipment needs
• Accurately complete required paperwork, including recording operating data, test results, instrument readings, shipping and receiving documents, environmental reports, inventory sheets, and inspection reports
• Provide routine minor maintenance to process equipment and instrumentation
• Apply all product quality and safety standards; report any safety incidents
• Operate independently while adhering to SOPs and complying with environmental, safety, and health regulations
• Maintain housekeeping standards
• Perform other related duties as needed

About You

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 6 months experience as a chemical operator or equivalent
• Ability to safely operate an industrial forklift
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to understand complex operational procedures
• Willingness to participate in mandatory safety and environmental training, including HAZWOPER certification
• Basic computer skills; prior MRP or ERP experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 75 pounds
• Perform physical tasks including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, reaching, and pulling
• Work at heights using stairs and ladders
• Wear PPE and operate industrial machinery safely
• Work in various environmental conditions

Additional Information

No travel required. Expected compensation: $20/hr + 5% bonus eligibility.

Hawkins offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD, 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), paid time off, and holidays. More details at https://www.hawkinsinc.com/careers/benefits/.

All applications must be received online. Hawkins is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing