Chemical Packaging Technician

Ellsworth Corporation; Village of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Bonus plan

Comprehensive benefit package

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Job summary

Ellsworth Corporation is hiring a Technical Packager for the 6am‑2pm shift in Germantown, WI. This role involves operating and maintaining blending and packaging machinery, conducting quality checks, and training team members.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of production experience and a High School Diploma. They will receive competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including flexible spending and paid time off, with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of production experience, preferably with adhesive blending and packaging operations.
• Ability to follow safety standards and protocols.
• Can lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate and clean blending and packaging machinery.
• Measure, mix, and dispense adhesive products.
• Conduct quality checks and audits.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Develop work instructions and train other staff.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Production experience

Mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Ability to interpret work instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Job description

Ellsworth Adhesives, a global specialty chemical and equipment distributor, is hiring a Technical Packager for the 6am‑2pm shift in Germantown, WI. The role reports to the KitPackers ResinLab (KPRL) Division.

Responsibilities

• Operate, set up, adjust, disassemble, and clean advanced blending and packaging machinery to meet specific product and customer requirements.
• Measure, mix, and dispense adhesive products by hand or using equipment, following strict safety, quality, and procedural guidelines.
• Perform and audit material checks, in‑process inspections, post‑packaging evaluations, and clean checks to ensure compliance with applicable quality standards.
• Troubleshoot product and equipment issues, make formula or process adjustments, and collaborate with leads on complex equipment or material challenges.
• Develop and update work instructions and bills of material, train and mentor other packaging team members on technical procedures and quality expectations.
• Act as a technical resource for resolving packaging and blending issues, demonstrating a proactive and solutions‑oriented mindset.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as LEAN, One‑Piece Flow, Single Minute Exchange of Die, and 5S activities to optimize safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Quality Assurance and Engineering on new product introductions, training sessions, and first‑article builds.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of production experience, preferably with adhesive blending and packaging equipment/operations.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions.
• Knowledge of basic math, ability to work with formulas, ratios, and fractions.
• Mechanical aptitude: ability to operate and provide basic maintenance to machinery.
• Follows and understands established operating and quality processes.
• Ability to follow and develop special Bill of Material and work instructions.
• Can operate under minimal supervision, coach and train staff on the technical aspects of the production lab.
• Can navigate potential technical production issues and follow through with resolutions.
• Follows safety standards and protocols.
• Collaborates with leads on troubleshooting complex equipment or material issues as needed.
• Can lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Perks & Benefits

Competitive wage, bonus plan, and comprehensive benefit package including Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Employee Assistance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Wellness Program, Social Events, Community Involvement, and more. Additional PTO from day one, quarterly gainsharing (performance bonus) plan, and promotion opportunities within the department and the Ellsworth organization.