We are currently seeking a Formulator for our Lakeland, FL plant.

The Formulator is responsible for the production and quality of formulated products, including mixing tank operations, such as; charging, adjusting, and transfer of material to drums, storage wagons, and tank wagons.

Formulator Level 1 should gain product and plant knowledge; and be responsible for filling drums, housekeeping, safety, and finished product disposition. Formulator Level 2 should continue to gain greater knowledge of plant and product; and be responsible for loading tankers and drums, charging fumed silica and other formulation materials and further support of the Formulation process. The employee will work on other shifts, as assigned. At Level 3 the employee continues to gain plant knowledge and perform his job more independently and with consistency.

General Functions

• Able to drive the forklift, jockey, and semi-trailer, all in-house only.
• Be prepared to begin work at the designated start time;
• Know, Follow and Understand all company, job, and safety procedures, training, and policies for the following; but not limited to: ISO procedures (to maintain quality and customer satisfaction), On the Job Training, DOT, OSHA, EPA, and SDS for right to know.
• Perform the essential functions of this position.
• Conduct operations in a safe manner and identify and report any potential safety hazards to a Shift Leader, HS&E Coordinator, or other management personnel.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment;
• Treat other employees with dignity and respect;
• Maintain a clean, “tour-ready” work area.
• Ask questions to develop a clear understanding of their training.
• Follows verbal instructions. Able to retain and act on learned knowledge.
• Motivated to work. Willing to ask questions for further understanding of job.
• Work overtime as required to support the continuity of operations at the plant.
• Perform any other related duties as directed by the Operations Leader or the Production Shift Leader.
• Attends meetings; including such, but not limited to: Safety, Communications, Benefits, Educational, and Team.

Formulator 1

• Transfers formulated product to drums, labels, and completes required paperwork.
• Gains understanding of production schedule and processes of how it relates to work assignments & special instructions.
• Attends meetings, such as; safety & related, communications, benefits, training, and other team meetings.
• Able to see computer screen information and perform accurate keyboarding to perform this job.
• Keep equipment & tools neat and put them back in their rightful place.
• Performs housekeeping while on the job and checks to make sure all is cleaned as you work.
• Receives approval for hose change, etc. Notifies leadership of any mechanical or plant-related issues.