About the Company

Since 1957, Magnolia Advanced Materials, Inc. has been an innovator in the high-performance epoxy systems used in the aerospace, defense, civil engineering, communication, electronics, electrical, energy, marine, recreation, and transportation industries. We offer an unrivaled portfolio of adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings, providing innovative solutions to various industry applications.

Benefits:

• Weekly Pay
• Day Shift Available, No Work on Weekends. M-F Schedule, OT Available
• 100% Company Retirement Match up to 3% Contribution.
• Benefit Credit to go towards enrolled benefit premiums.
• Free In-house Gym Fitness Center
• Plus more…

Qualifications

Job Overview:

The Production Operator position is a cross-trained role that will take on hybrid duties within the Production Filling and act as an interim Formulation Operator department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Production Filling Duties:

• Adhere to filling techniques according to SOPs and Fill Ticket Instructions.
• Identify unique batches using product codes and batch numbers.
• Accurately complete filling paperwork including fill tickets and verifications.
• Fill 1 to 5-gallon pails and drums from 3-wheel pots on platforms.
• Organize raw materials to their correct location in compliance with FIFO methods while using a forklift or manually lifting materials up to 50lbs.

Interim Formulation Operator Duties:

• Become proficient at the formulation operator work instructions.
• Learn how to properly understand and fill out mix tickets.
• Learn how to de-air batches to ensure product quality.
• Focus on becoming proficient in 5-8 specific product formulas, and simple blends of 3-4 raw materials.
• Learn how to operate pony mixers and single shift dispersers to produce high-volume products.

• Learn and execute proper cleaning procedures and separate A and B formulations during cleaning.

General Responsibilities:

• Monitor equipment in use and maintain cleanliness in assigned area.
• Demonstrate ability to operate scales and weigh finished product to the required decimal significance.
• Perform all job responsibilities in compliance with applicable EHS and SOP regulations, guidelines, policies, and safety procedures.
• Support continuous improvement activities to enhance the Company’s productivity.
• Demonstrate proficiency as outlined in training requirements, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Actively participate in troubleshooting processes and equipment problems as well as completing all necessary paperwork associated with investigations, deviations, and work instructions.
• Recognize and report deviations or potential issues immediately to the management team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Must be able speak English fluently as well as read and understand written and verbal instructions and follow directions on the Fill Ticket.
• Must be able to use scales and accurately weigh raw materials and finished product.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations using a calculator to determine accurate weights and measurements.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 years of experience in a similar production environment preferred.
• Experience in a chemical plant is preferred.

Certificates, Licenses and Other Requirements:

All candidates are required to pass a drug screening and background check and must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States once an offer for employment is made.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• This is a chemical plant environment.
• Must use PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as required by safety policies.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
• Physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, and climbing.

Magnolia Advanced Materials, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action and E-verify employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.