Batch Specialist (UCC) M-F: 1st Shift (6:30 AM - 3 PM)
About The Position
The Batch Specialist (UCC) is responsible for blending, quality control, and filling batches using UCC technology at Hentzen Coatings’ Greenville, South Carolina plant. The role follows batch ticket instructions to manufacture products, measures and assembles ingredients, performs quality tests and color adjustments, and fills batches into appropriate containers. It also involves accurate documentation and computer data entry, maintaining an orderly work area, cleaning equipment, following safety and quality policies, and handling hazardous waste according to established procedures and Environmental, Health, and Safety training. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday on the first shift, from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The listed pay range is $19.00–$24.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Production-area PPE includes safety shoes, safety glasses, and flame-retardant uniforms or lab coats; respirators and ear plugs are required for specific processes. Candidates are subject to post-offer job-related physical testing, a drug screen, and a background check.
Requirements
- Preferred education: high school diploma and/or GED; additional specific related training is desirable.
- Basic knowledge of paint formulation and mixing procedures is preferred.
- Three to twelve months of related manufacturing experience is preferred.
- Ability to use related equipment is preferred.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Willingness to work in a team environment and contribute to group goals.
- Ability to receive and provide instructions positively.
- Detail orientation and ability to multitask.
- Clean work habits and some skill handling large volumes of liquid and raw materials.
- Basic math skills and ability to convert measurements, such as gallons to quarts and pints to gallons.
- Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 65 pounds.
- Ability to perform the stated physical activities, including standing, walking, using hands and fingers to handle equipment, sitting, balancing, stooping, reaching, and occasionally operating machinery using foot controls.
Nice To Haves
- Additional specific related training.
- Basic knowledge of paint formulation and mixing procedures.
- Three to twelve months of related manufacturing experience and ability to use related equipment.
- Computer experience.
- Forklift operation with forklift driving certification.
- Ability to use a pallet jack.
- Ability to use a grind plate, calculator, computer, pipe wrench, large and small scrapers, Allen wrench, box knife, bung wrench, manual drum truck, air mixer, screwdriver, and pliers.
Responsibilities
- Accurately follow batch ticket instructions to make specific products.
- Measure ingredients using scales and gather the equipment and ingredients needed for each batch.
- Perform quality-control test methods according to work instructions and document results.
- Use an X-rite colorimeter to adjust batches within color specifications.
- Filter and fill batches into appropriate containers, ranging from quart cans to 55-gallon drums.
- Complete batch tickets and other documentation accurately and enter data into a computer.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, clean equipment, and follow housekeeping procedures.
- Comply with safety, quality, and workplace policies and regulations.
- Handle and dispose of hazardous waste according to established procedures and training from the Environmental, Health, and Safety Department.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package.
- Generous PTO policy.
- 401(k) employer match of employee contributions up to 8% of eligible compensation.
- Discretionary annual profit-sharing contribution based on company performance.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Monthly employee food trucks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
