Batch Mixer OR Paint Mixer (Manufacturing)

Excelligence•Olathe, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Batch Mixer or Paint Mixer is responsible for in-house production of paints, glues, and other coatings. The role verifies that products are manufactured according to specifications, performs quality-control tests, adjusts products as needed to meet accepted performance and quality ranges, and maintains accurate production and quality-control records. The position supports manufacturing colorful, non-toxic children’s paint products in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Be organized, self-motivated, and dependable.
Have good communication skills and be able to verbally convey observations about production procedures.
Have basic computer skills, including simple spreadsheet and word-processing skills.
Be mechanically oriented and able to handle equipment with moving parts.
Have a valid driver's license and forklift experience.
Be able to handle simultaneous tasks and responsibilities.
Be able to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to paint fumes, loud noise, airborne dust and dirt, and temperatures ranging from about 50 degrees in winter to 90 degrees or above in summer.
Be able to perform most work while standing or walking and lift heavy boxes weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Prepare the work area for daily production and clean it at the end of the day or shift.
Confirm raw materials are available and weigh them according to batch tickets.
Mix paints in dispersing machines according to manufacturing specifications.
Transfer finished, quality-control-approved paint to bulk storage or a filling machine.
Perform quality-control tests and adjust paint as needed based on test results.
Enter quality-control and production data into computer databases.
Complete production batch tickets and prepare weekly production summaries.
Monitor raw-material inventory levels and perform quarterly inventory counts.
Maintain manufacturing equipment, including mixers, forklifts, pumps, flow meters, and dust collectors.