Chemical Operator I-3rd Shift

Quaker Houghton•Detroit, MI
•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for following manufacturing instructions to perform production and shipping related duties to ensure on-time production and shipment of product while adhering to high standards of quality, safety and customer service. This role operates production equipment in a manner consistent with training and work instructions to ensure safety and the highest level of product quality. The operator prepares mixing vessels, necessary pumps and hoses for unloading, and inspects all containers prior to filling for cleanliness and integrity. They operate process control systems including PLC’s, mass flow meters, pumps and scales. The role involves filling containers as prescribed in the associated batch ticket, pick ticket, and/or export order sheet, preparing containers for shipment including labeling, palletizing and wrapping, and completing work orders in JDE. Maintaining neat, thorough and correct completion of all batch related documentation and calculating batch yields are key responsibilities. The operator will store and stage inventory in assigned areas for batch preparation, further processing and/or shipping, and assist in tracking material inventory and performing inventory counts, making inventory transfers in JDE. Loading and unloading box trucks, flat-beds, tanker trucks, and rail cars, either manually or using proper material handling equipment, and loading containerized and bulk raw materials to production vessels are also part of the duties. Shipping responsibilities include receiving PO’s in JDE, shipping items in JDE, communicating late shipments to the OTC group, preparing UPS and FedEx shipments, and calling trucks for shipment. The role requires maintaining a clean and organized work area, strictly adhering to all plant safety policies, and providing immediate containment, reporting and clean-up/recovery of spilled material or leaks. The operator will operate all types of forklifts and other related motorized vehicles in a safe and proficient manner, hold team members accountable for safety and quality procedures, and routinely participate in the site safety committee. Assisting in the investigation and resolution of customer complaints is also expected. Other duties as assigned; responsibilities may vary by work location.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Must have forklift experience.
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret batch sheets, SOPs and work instructions
  • Positive team-oriented attitude
  • Reliable attendance
  • Demonstrate basic mathematical skills. Precise and accurate in dealing with figures and details.
  • Demonstrated commitment to organizational goals and objectives.
  • Consistent achievement of defined controllable “right first time” goals.
  • Ability to provide direction to less experienced team members.

Nice To Haves

  • 3-5 years of manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Operates production equipment in a manner consistent with training and work instructions to ensure safety and the highest level of product quality.
  • Prepares mixing vessels, necessary pumps and hoses for unloading. Inspects all containers prior to filling for cleanliness and integrity.
  • Operates process control systems including PLC’s, mass flow meters, pumps and scales.
  • Fills containers as prescribed in the associated batch ticket, pick ticket, and or export order sheet and prepares containers for shipment including labelling, palletizing and wrapping and completes work orders in JDE.
  • Maintains neat, thorough and correct completion of all batch related documentation. Calculates batch yields and responds appropriately.
  • Store and stage inventory in assigned areas for batch preparation, further processing and/or shipping.
  • Assist in tracking material inventory and performing inventory counts, make inventory transfers in JDE.
  • Loads and unloads box trucks and flat-beds, tanker trucks and rail cars, either manually or using proper material handling equipment. Load containerized and bulk raw materials to production vessels.
  • Complete shipping responsibilities including; receive PO’s in JDE, ship items in JDE, communicate late shipments to OTC group, Prepare UPS and FedEx shipments and call trucks for shipment.
  • Maintains a clean and organized work area and strictly adheres to all plant safety policies. Provides immediate containment, reporting and clean-up/recovery of spilled material or leaks.
  • Operates all types of Forklifts and other related motorized vehicles in a safe and proficient manner.
  • Holds team members accountable for safety and quality procedures. Routinely participate in site safety committee.
  • Assists in the investigation and resolution of customer complaints.
  • Other duties as assigned; Responsibilities may vary by work location

Benefits

  • Company Provided Uniforms
  • Quarterly Plant Gainshare
  • Competitive bi-weekly pay
  • 3rd shifts pay differentials
  • Generous annual paid time off.
  • 401 (k) employer match.
  • Health care, dental and vision benefits.
  • Employees can receive up to a $1,000 bonus by referring a friend to join the company.
  • Extensive on-the-job training during the first 3 months of employment.
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid time off for volunteerism
  • Dress for your day; how you dress is determined by what your day may bring
  • Opportunity to participate in comprehensive benefit options including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Parental Leave, Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and Savings Plan
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