Small Batch Maker - M-F: 1st Shift (6:30 AM - 3 PM)

HENTZEN COATINGS • Milwaukee, WI

1d • $19 - $25

About The Position

The Small Batch Maker produces products assigned to the department when customer volume requirements are 100 gallons or less. The role involves following batch instructions, measuring and mixing ingredients, checking pigment dispersion, preparing samples for Quality Control, and accurately documenting production work. The employee must comply with quality, safety, and work rules and may handle hazardous waste after receiving the required training.

Requirements

• Achieve an acceptable score on the math test.
• Basic math skills and the ability to convert measurements, such as gallons to quarts and pints to gallons.
• 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.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 65 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma and/or GED; additional related training is desirable.
• Basic knowledge of paint formulation and mixing procedures.
• Three to twelve months of related manufacturing experience and ability to use several types of related equipment.
• Forklift operating ability and forklift driving certification.
• Ability to use a pallet jack.
• Ability to use tools including a grind plate, calculator, computer, pipe wrench, scrapers, Allen wrench, box knife, bung wrench, manual drum truck, high-speed mixer, sand mill, air mixer, screwdriver, and pliers.

Responsibilities

• Follow batch ticket instructions accurately to make specified products.
• Measure ingredients using scales and gather the equipment and ingredients needed for each batch.
• Determine pigment dispersion quality using a Hegman grind gauge.
• Complete batch tickets and other documentation accurately and enter data into a computer.
• Mix, tint, and prepare samples for Quality Control.
• Comply with quality, safety, and work rules and regulations.
• Clean and properly store equipment.
• Dispose of hazardous waste as part of housekeeping procedures after appropriate training.
• Perform other miscellaneous 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.

What This Job Offers

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