Baltimore Operator B

Vibrantz Technologies Inc.•Baltimore, MD

67d•Onsite

About The Position

Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose. Serving over 11,000 customers, Vibrantz’s technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. We are experts in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology. Our technologies are used in small amounts to make big impacts on applications and consumer products, including durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof tiles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and eco-friendly paints. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 50 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employ 4,500 individuals. Our shared culture is rooted strongly in our six core values that focus on safety, our people, customers, excellence in all we do, environmental stewardship and integrity, ethics, and trust. And we are intent upon fostering a workplace that engages not only employees’ heads and hands and – uniquely – their hearts. Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai. For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com. Location Baltimore, MD Reporting into the Production Supervisor, the Production Operator will be based out of Baltimore, MD and will be responsible for charging raw materials according to written procedures for designated circuits, monitoring and optimizing process conditions to ensure the production of high-quality and cost-efficient products and obtaining and utilizing appropriate packaging supplies. The role also involves conducting self-checks to verify quality and accuracy, maintaining a clean and organized work environment, and ensuring proper operation of the assigned circuit with a strong sense of ownership. Additionally, the Production Operator must adhere to all safety protocols and operational guidelines. Qualified candidates must be willing to work shift schedules and possess a high mechanical aptitude and strong analytical skills.

Requirements

High school diploma and Associates degree or technical certification is a plus
First-hand relevant experience in industrial environment is important.
Prior work as a chemical operator, mechanic or heavy equipment operator is preferred
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office is preferred
Ability to stand, walk, reach, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 55 pounds.
Good hand-eye coordination and ability to operate machinery safely.
Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Must be able to wear appropriate PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, respirators, and steel-toe boots.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting required.
As part of our hiring process, all applicants must complete an assessment designed to evaluate job-related skills. The assessment will be in two parts and will take approximately 12-18 minutes to complete. Access the assessment using this link: https://assessment.predictiveindex.com/bo/3Q9N/ProductionTechnician_Feb2025_2154

Responsibilities

Charging raw materials, following written procedures for circuits
Monitoring and optimizing process conditions to create a high quality and cost-efficient product
Obtaining and utilizing proper packaging supplies
Performing self-checks for quality and correctness
Regularly operate forklifts.
Responsible for keeping process area clean.
Housekeeping duties.
Other duties as required by management to maintain an efficient operation.
Clean up material and return to proper ore piles, containers, and/or trash area as directed.
Work in a neat and orderly manner and minimize loss.
Prior experience in completing quality, productivity, environmental and safety logs and documents.
Maintains good housekeeping.
Follows all company and customer safety, health and environmental policies and procedures.
Completes training assignments promptly and accurately
Responds to change productively.
Handles other duties as required.
Follow appropriate quality procedures and work instructions.
Assist in training employees on appropriate items.
Must be able to successfully complete qualifications on at least one production circuit with the potential to qualify on more than one circuit in a timely manner.