Chemical Operator 1 - First Shift

Quaker Houghton • Waterloo, ON

7d • 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. 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. 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. Others duties as assigned; Responsibilities may vary by work location To be responsible for the correct execution of activities of the plant following the different processes and instructions and complying with the established indications/norms Ensure proper labelling and packaging of the different finished products according to processes and instructions Collect samples of the products to be analyzed in the laboratory. Responsible for the order, cleanliness and correct use and maintenance of the equipment Handle Forklifts Segregate waste in accordance with established procedures Apply and comply with safety regulations and instructions. To highlight any potential health and safety or accident issues to the Production Supervisor or Manager Teamwork, promoting a good atmosphere and through actions that generate added value and when they are required support in other areas

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• This position is the entry level for a new production employee with 0-1 year of experience.
• 1-2 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• 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.

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.
• 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.
• To be responsible for the correct execution of activities of the plant following the different processes and instructions and complying with the established indications/norms
• Ensure proper labelling and packaging of the different finished products according to processes and instructions
• Collect samples of the products to be analyzed in the laboratory.
• Responsible for the order, cleanliness and correct use and maintenance of the equipment
• Handle Forklifts
• Segregate waste in accordance with established procedures
• Apply and comply with safety regulations and instructions.
• To highlight any potential health and safety or accident issues to the Production Supervisor or Manager
• Teamwork, promoting a good atmosphere and through actions that generate added value and when they are required support in other areas

Benefits

• Competitive pay programs with excellent career growth trajectory
• 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
• Work for a global leader in the industrial process fluids industry

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED