Silicone Compounding & Milling Operator

Momentive; Garrett (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

401k with employer match

Educational reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

Momentive is seeking a Compounding (Mixing) Operator to safely perform mixing and milling operations, preparing high-consistency silicone rubber per customer specs and production instructions. The role operates multiple mixers and mills, follows batch instructions, maintains records, and keeps a clean, safe work environment.

Responsibilities include following safety procedures, verifying equipment safety, reviewing production instructions, and communicating production information during shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written production instructions, batch documentation, safety procedures, and work assignments.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic accurately, including calculations involving quantities, weights, measurements, and production specifications.
• Basic written communication skills necessary to accurately complete production records and other required documentation.
• Effective verbal communication skills are necessary to understand work assignments, communicate production information, and identify or explain operational concerns.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-based manufacturing environment.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety, health, environmental, quality, and operating procedures.
• Verify that required safety equipment is available and equipment guards and safety controls are properly positioned before beginning work.
• Review batch cards, electronic production records, and work instructions to determine required materials, quantities, weights, temperatures, processing sequences, and other specifications.
• Safely operate multiple mixers, mills, and related mechanical production equipment.
• Measure, weigh, load, mix, mill, and process materials according to established instructions and customer specifications.
• Monitor equipment and production processes and promptly communicate unsafe conditions, equipment problems, material concerns, production deviations, or quality issues.
• Accurately complete and maintain batch records, production records, electronic entries, and other required documentation.
• Follow established procedures for material identification, handling, processing, packaging, labeling, and finishing.
• Perform required production and quality checks in accordance with applicable work instructions.
• Maintain the assigned work area in a clean, safe, and orderly condition, including required housekeeping during shift transitions and following production runs.
• Receive and communicate important production information with coworkers and supervisors during shift changes and throughout the workday.
• Work collaboratively with production, quality, maintenance, warehouse, and other support employees to meet production requirements.
• Participate in required safety, quality, equipment, and job-specific training.
• Use required personal protective equipment and follow applicable material-handling and chemical-safety procedures.
• Support continuous improvement activities related to safety, quality, housekeeping, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Starting pay $22.80 with scheduled increases at 90 days, 6 months, and 1 year.

Skills

Basic arithmetic

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Momentive is seeking a Compounding (Mixing) Operator to safely perform mixing and milling operations, preparing high-consistency silicone rubber per customer specs and production instructions. The role operates multiple mixers and mills, follows batch instructions, maintains records, and keeps a clean, safe work environment.

Responsibilities include following safety procedures, verifying equipment safety, reviewing production instructions, and communicating production information during shifts.