What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical Mixer position at Current Chemicals?
Current Chemicals is a specialty materials manufacturer that performs chemical manufacturing, piloting, research and development work for customers' formulations in diverse markets. We offer wet precipitation and solid-state chemical processing from lab scale through scale-up to specialty and bulk production. Our manufacturing operations reside in Cleveland, OH.
https://www.currentchemicals.com/
Job Description
Chemical Mixers are responsible for preparing materials and operating process equipment, including furnaces, mixers, mills and sifters, for a wide variety of both wet and dry chemicals, including getters, fuels, oxidizers, sprays, rubber, lacquers, acids, and fluorescent powders, under general supervision.
The Chemical Mixer A:
· Uses the metric system to measure quantities of liquid and solid chemicals and maintains an accurate inventory through proper reporting of material usage, minimizing waste and ensuring that measuring devices are properly calibrated.
· Ensures all operating procedures are followed and adheres to procedural standards regarding sampling and testing techniques and proper handling and preparation of materials.
· Follows all safety procedures including utilizing the proper methods required for handling, storing and dispensing of hazardous waste and following all general site safety rules.
· Maintains required log sheets and utilizes all pertinent documentation (MCP, MPIs, SDS, Quality Systems Procedures)
· Packs chemicals according to required shipping specifications.
· Maintains an organized work area and maintains the functionality of all equipment including general order and housekeeping, ensuring accurate supply of materials and supplies, reporting maintenance/calibration services needs of equipment and performing basic troubleshooting of equipment.
· Has an understanding of company products as well as all the mixing equipment
· Performs other duties as assigned
· Able to work with limited supervision
Minimum Qualifications:
· 3 years-experience in a manufacturing environment; preference for compounding or mixing experience
· High school diploma or GED equivalent
· Must be able to read and comprehend written and oral instructions provided in English, including safety rules, operating procedures, batch recipes and material identification.
· Must have mathematical skills to add, subtract, multiply, and divide as well as making the necessary conversions.
· Able to physically handle 55-gallon drums and powder bags up to 60 lbs.
· Able to walk and stand for long periods of time.
· Must have basic computer skills
- Displays good troubleshooting skills.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
· At times work will be in a hot, dusty environment.
· Must be able to pick up 60 lbs.
· 95% of the day you will be on your feet
· This is a bargaining unit position subject to the provisions of the Company and Union labor contract
Compensation
The position has a compensation package inclusive of hourly rate, bonus (if eligible), benefits, 401k contribution, time off, recognition awards and more. This pay for this position is $28.39/hr.
Benefits and Perks
The Highlights:
All around competitive culture where together we strive to:
· Approach each day with a tenacious curiosity
· Communicate openly and honestly- internally and externally
· Work hard, take risks, fail fast…learn and move on
· Embrace diversity and welcome opposing thoughts
· Empower and develop each other
We have an open and inclusive culture where you’ll learn and grow through programs and resources like:
· Quarterly company all employee meetings
· Management and Leadership development
· Initiatives and special projects with executive leadership exposure
· Access to top-notch learning courses through LinkedIn Learning
· Regular manager check-ins to drive performance and career growth
Our more standard benefits
· Paid Company Holidays
· A comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, vision, disability, and life insurance
· 401(k) retirement program with a fully vested immediate company match
· Flexible Spending Account options for pre-tax employee allocations
Pay: $29.53 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28 - $30