Production Operator

Job Title – Production Operator

Company – Essex Laboratories, LLC

Location – 115 Klein Road, Chehalis, WA 98532

Work Schedule – 5 day week, 8-4:30 (extended hours or weekend work may be required if projects require)

Availability to work remotely - No

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Salary: $22 - $24 an hour

About Essex Laboratories, LLC

"Essex" is an acronym derived from Essential Oils and Extracts, which describes the focus of Essex Laboratories, LLC., as a peppermint and spearmint essential oil and flavor house. Founded in 1992, we continue to broaden our horizons through innovation and healthy relationships. As a supplier of strategic peppermint-based ingredients, we are sensitive to the importance of our customers' standards and market reliance. Known for our dedication to sustainability and our holistic approach to mint supply, Essex is the preferred source for mint for some of the world's leading fragrance, food, and packaged goods marketers. Our multidisciplinary team includes chemists, biologists, geneticists, agronomists, logistics, and production specialists. We believe that diversity is our greatest strength and welcome the opportunity to bring in new talent to contribute to our continued growth and success. Additionally, we have a JV association with Firmenich, the world’s largest privately held Fragrance and Flavor company.

Qualifications:

· Forklift certified, experience with sit down forklifts

· Highly organized and self-sufficient; yet have ability to take directions, learn, and adapt to new and changing circumstances

· Ability to multitask and prioritize projects

· Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions, (in English), possess basic mathematical skills

· Computer literate

· Must be able to work in areas that have low to moderate noise levels and often present strong odors

· Able to stand, stoop, kneel, or crouch, and climb stairs to handle supplies, as well as sit using a computer or operating a forklift

· Ability to lift 50lbs

· Vision ability to include close reading on computer screen, as well as focus across warehouse

· Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team

· Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (i.e., steel-toed shoes)

· Willingness and ability to work in a facility with minimal temperature control, exposed to outside weather variations

· Ability to operate in a food safe environment

Duties:

· Pulling, staging, and pumping up and draining blends

· Start-up, shutdown, and cleaning centrifuges

· Filling drums to accurate requirements

· Unloading and loading trucks, moving and storage of inventory within three warehouses

· Staging, labelling, and banding orders for shipment

· SAP processing, sampling, and de-watering of incoming drums

· Understand and execute paperwork associated with production orders

· Keep all paperwork, production orders, shipping paperwork, and inventory up to date

· Memorize the codes and understand all the oil types in use

· Ensure that equipment is maintained and in excellent and safe working condition

· Assist, when required, with facility maintenance that is not externally contracted

· Confidentiality of work-related items is an absolute

· Ensure production is closed properly

· Other duties as assigned

Benefits:

· 401(k)

· Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

· Long-term Care policy

· Paid Time Off

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $24