Batch Making Operator-Night Shift

Hempel A/S•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Batch Making Operator is responsible for operating manufacturing equipment, blend solid and liquid raw materials, to produce a wide range of high-performance paints & coatings.

Requirements

Must have a High School diploma minimum, or equivalent
Must be able to manufacture any products listed on the Hempel assortment with no or minimum supervision
Must be able to provide on-the-job training to new employees
Must be able to perform basic mathematical functions with or without a calculator
Must have mechanical aptitude
Must be able to safely operate all gas and electric forklifts
Flexibility required to work extended hours.
Must be willing to work different shifts as well as occasional weekends to meet customer requirements
Raw material understanding
Good communication skills required to read and write in English
Must understand the ISO 9001:2000 quality system
Must have a positive and cooperative attitude
Must have knowledge of waste solvent labelling system
Understanding of material adds and timing and knowledge of raw material reactions
Advance process knowledge
Basic chemistry education

Nice To Haves

Vortex knowledge (proper pigment adds) preferred

Responsibilities

Operate designated equipment in an efficient, clean and safe manner
Follow all quality and work practices, all relevant procedures and SOP’s, and all instructions listed on batch tickets
Keep designated equipment clean and in good working conditions
Participate and contribute in all improvement initiatives such as 6S, Safety Excellence, Winning Together, Waste reduction, etc.
Follow all company policies and instructions, including all safety policies
Report safety and environmental incidents
Report any raw material shortages
Report any mechanical and electrical problems
Report any Quality issues and manufacturing delays
Provide batch samples to QC lab when required
Minimize risks and waste
Attend safety meetings and scheduled training classes
Maintain good housekeeping in assigned work areas
Other duties as assigned by Production Leads and Supervisors
Identify efficiencies
Enhanced troubleshooting including but not limited to machinery
Transfer of knowledge (training)
Complex decision making
Delegating and assigning tasks

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage options that begin on your first day of employment
Flexible HSA and FSA options to manage healthcare and dependent care expenses
12 paid holidays
15 vacation days to start
6 personal days
Paid leave for jury duty and bereavement
401(k) plan options with immediate company match and full vesting from day one
Basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage for the unexpected
16 weeks of fully paid maternity leave
4 weeks of paid paternity leave
A strong flexibility policy making you thrive both in your job and privately