Lead Batch Maker-Union

Meridian Adhesives Group•Columbus, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Site Leader, performs compounding of materials in a batch processing environment by following specific instructions and procedures within specification, to schedule and on time. This role is responsible for producing quality products as scheduled and on time, completing daily production requirements, and maintaining assigned equipment. The Lead Batch Maker must immediately report any possibilities of contamination, needed mechanical repair, or safety issues to management. They are also responsible for preparing and delivering marked batch samples to the Quality Control Laboratory and controlling the reintroduction or remix material into the mixers per Quality Control batch ticket instructions. Additionally, this role involves determining daily batch priorities, communicating those priorities to other Batch Makers, and communicating with Production Lead and Site Management about daily overtime requirements. The position also includes maintaining a clean and safe work area, facility, and equipment, and participating in various investigations and continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

High School diploma or G.E.D.
Minimum 3 years of experience in a related field
Valid state driver’s license, with a good driving record
Mechanical aptitude with practical application skills
Analytical ability
Speak and write English clearly and distinctly
Perform with minimal supervision
Perform basic mathematical skills
Take directions and apply to the assigned task

Responsibilities

Produce quality products as scheduled and on time.
Complete daily production requirements by following production schedule.
Maintain assigned equipment by performing required pre-operational, in process and post batch inspections.
Immediately report any possibilities of contamination, needed mechanical repair or safety issues to management.
Complete pre-compounding process.
Locate raw materials and supplies by pulling and verifying materials and quantities needed as indicated on batch ticket.
Report shortages to the Crew leader, or in his/her absence, the Materials Department immediately.
Produce quality products by following batch ticket instructions, sequences, and quality control procedures exactly.
Document raw material use by recording consumption on the batch ticket.
Document all required information and any discrepancies in materials (additions or deletions), processing steps, temperature variations, etc., on the batch ticket.
Prepare and deliver marked batch samples to the Quality Control Laboratory as required.
Control the reintroduction or remix material into the mixers per Quality Control batch ticket instructions.
Determine daily batch priorities and communicate those priorities to other Batch Makers.
Communicate with Production Lead and Site Management about daily overtime requirements.
Maintain a clean and safe work area, facility and equipment by following routine housekeeping standards.
Cap or plug hose and plumbing fittings when not in use.
Properly store all properly capped, covered or closed operating supplies such as raw materials, drums, totes, etc. in their designated locations before the end of the shift.
Remove empty raw material containers, packages, bags and sacks before the end of the shift.
Equipment must be kept clean of raw material residue, chemicals and adhesive.
Sweep and mop work areas as needed and at the end of each shift.
Rinse mop heads and mop buckets and return to the proper storage area after each use.
Return cleaning equipment to assigned area after each use.
Communicate with maintenance about any needed Preventative Maintenance.
Maintain a safe working environment by following the Meridian “Safety Rules and Guidelines” and the “Code of Safe Practices” as defined in the “Employee Safety Handbook”, and by Company policy.
Participate in physical inventory and cycle counting.
Contribute to team effort, i.e. assisting in any area required, etc.
Train designated employees on compounding procedures.
Facilitate continuous-improvement efforts through coaching and providing feedback to other batch makers.
Communicate inventory discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
Participate in safety, loss control, accident, incident and rework investigations, as assigned.