Production Operator

USA – DuBois Chemicals, Inc; Chilton (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

Holiday Pay

401K Match

Job summary

DuBois Chemicals, Inc. in Chilton, WI seeks a Production Handler – Coatings Removal to join the Coatings Removal team. You will adhere to safety and quality standards while loading ovens, processing dips, packaging products for shipment, and maintaining logs and weight charts.

This full-time role emphasizes safe operation, teamwork, and continuous improvement, with start times around early morning and benefits including health insurance, PTO, 401K match. Experience in coatings removal is a plus.

Qualifications

• Read and follow safety rules, operating procedures, and quality standards.
• Experience with warehouse management software is a plus.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods while maintaining accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize daily tasks and load/unload ovens and tanks.
• Process products through chemical dip system and other coating removal operations.
• Package products for shipment and maintain accurate logs and weight charts.
• Operate a 3000psi power washer and manage part movement through stations.
• Follow safety policies and participate in continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Safety rules

Forklift operation

Read SOPs

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Dynamics 365

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Production Handler – Coatings Removal works as a member of the Coatings Removal team adhering to productivity standards in accordance with company prescribed safety and quality.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prioritizing daily tasks
• Loads and unloads ovens and tanks
• Processes product though chemical dip system and other specialized coatings removal dipping operations
• Packages product for shipment
• Complies with the benchmark processing times
• Rotates parts from the stripping process to the wash bay, RP, dry-off ovens, and packing area
• Power wash parts and products with a 3000psi power washer
• Load hand baskets and rotate parts from one basket to the other
• Identify and sort parts to download into containers
• Reposition parts
• Complete wash logs, oven logs, and weight charts
• Operate scales
• Start burn off oven and dry-off oven
• Participates in continuous improvement activities
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Ensuring highest level of safety standards
• Effectively, timely, and respectfully communicate and interact with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and customers
• General housekeeping of the plant and surrounding areas
• Comply with all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and safe handling practices as required from Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and company procedures
• Follow WHMIS, MSDS and all other safety training requirements and procedures
• Follow all government and regulatory requirements when handling and transporting chemical materials
• Fostering a positive work environment
• Regular and sustained attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-2 years of manufacturing, warehouse or production experience
• 1-2 years of sit-down forklift experience (previously certified is a plus)
• Ability to read and follow safety rules, operating procedures, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate well with the other team members and leaders.
• Proficient with writing routine reports and correspondences
• Experience troubleshooting and solving problems
• Experience with warehouse management software (dynamics 365 a plus).
• Demonstrated experience adhering to deadlines
• Knowledgeable of standard tools and equipment
• Excellent customer service skills
• Working knowledge of ISO, OSHA, and EPA regulations preferred
• A professional and positive attitude
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, and use hands to feel and handle; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• Standing and /or walking a minimum of 6 hours of an 8-hour shift.
• Specific vision requirements include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Experience in the Coatings Removal industry a plus!

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

OTHER INFORMATION

• Full-Time (40 hours a week), occasional OT Work Days - Monday - Friday Start Time: 6:00 AM
• Benefits: Health Insurance, PTO, Holiday Pay, 401K Match
• This position works in an enclosed building that is subject to variances in temperatures, extreme heat in summer, and colder temperatures in winter.
• This position frequently lifts, pushes, pulls or carries up to 50 - 75 pounds of product.
• This position can work various hours. #INDOPS
• DuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation.
• Working at DuBois is dynamic, flexible and fun.
• Our customer centric focus gives you the opportunity to leverage your creative and innovative talents to help deliver specialty chemical solutions safely while protecting the environment.
• DuBois values: Honest and Ethical Behavior Collaborative Communication Safety at Work and Home Environmental Stewardship
• Perks and Benefits You will enjoy building your career with DuBois.
• DuBois offers the stability and comprehensive benefits of a larger organization with the feel of a smaller, more personable company.
• The diversity of our roles, customers served and large number of manufacturing, distribution and technical centers provide many routes for your career advancement.
• If you value learning, improving processes and want to make an immediate impact, DuBois is where you want to be.
• DuBois excellent benefit package includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, 401k with company match, paid holidays, vacation time and income protection plans.