What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical Production Operator position at Magnaflux?
Job Description:
Company Description
Magnaflux is the global leader in non-destructive testing equipment and materials employed by the quality management teams of the world’s largest manufacturers. While you may not be familiar with our name, you have undoubtedly experienced the benefits that our products, services and employees have had on the performance and safety of many of the products that you come in daily contact with. Our mission is to make the world a safer place.
We are part of Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) a Fortune 300 global multi-industry manufacturing leader with revenue of $16.1 billion in 2023. The company’s seven industry-leading segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highly innovative, customer-focused solutions are required.
Job Description
To support business growth, we are currently seeking a Chemical Production Operator within our chemical production department to be based in our DeWitt, IA facility! Regular hours are;
Monday to Thursday: 6:30AM to 4:00PM
Friday 6:30AM to 10:30AM
Overtime may be required.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and established manufacturing facility with a safety centered approach. Training and ongoing development will be provided. In the role Chemical Batch Blender you will form part of a team, maintain high housekeeping standards and play an important part of serving our customers with excellence.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Promotes and follows all Safety and ISO guidelines and procedures
Identifies, selects, pulls and stages approved materials for manufacturing and filling
Accurately measures, weighs, and adds chemical raw materials manually or automatically to storage tanks and mixing tanks
Manufactures materials according to shop orders and mixing work instructions
Sanitizes and cleans mixing equipment per work instructions at scheduled intervals
Monitors and manages raw material inventory utilizing kanban system
Monitors raw materials and finished goods for quality
Maintains production records and reporting as required
Reports maintenance issues
Contributes ideas to improve or optimize manufacturing procedure
Recommends safety improvements as necessary
Keep tools, equipment, and work environment clean and organized daily
Assists in training and supports other lines as needed
Transporting raw materials and finished products via forklift (forklift training provided)
Performs various other duties as required
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
2-3 years of manufacturing experience; batch mixing experience in chemical or related industry preferred.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 55 lbs
Ability to work as part of a team and individually
Good level of attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills
Must be able to understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
Must be able to complete basic arithmetic
Ability to follow management requests and communicate effectively
Company Benefits
Best in Class Benefits: Our total rewards package is broad and offers comprehensive support ranging from health and wellness to retirement planning.
Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance to meet you and your family’s needs
HSA/FSA with a company match
Income Protection Benefits
Industry Leading 401(k) plan with company match
Paid Time Off
11 paid holidays
Parental Leave
Matching Gift and Volunteer Program
Additional information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ITW is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.