POSITION PURPOSE:

Responsible for production products using a variety of equipment to combine raw materials into finished goods while performing quality control testing, creating technical reports on the specifications and outcomes of tests, products and processes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Check production records to ensure all information they require is provided.
• Print product labels as instructed.
• Check product labels for accuracy against their batch ticket.
• Participate in Research and Development as needed.
• Participate in the manufacturing of batches.
• Participate in the Quality Control testing of batches as required.
• Operating an automated blending system to mix ingredients according to batch ticket.
• Monitoring machinery to ensure that it is operating properly.
• Completing paperwork detailing the ingredients used in each blend and other characteristics.
• Observing machinery operation to identify potential problems that may require repair.
• Mixing ingredients together using machinery such as blenders, mixers, or other equipment used in the chemical manufacturing industry.
• Cleaning equipment between uses to maintain sanitation standards in the workplace.
• Act responsibly at all times to insure the health, safety, and well-being of self, co- workers, visitors, neighbors, and property. This includes compliance with all RCC safety policies and procedures, and government regulations.
• Consistently meets/exceeds standards assigned within Functional Training Document (FTD) program.
• Any other tasks deemed necessary.
• Commitment to the organizations values; High Standards, Bias for Action, Teamwork, Customer Obsession, Trust, Accountability, Innovation and Growth & Learning.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• A desire to work with team members to improve processes and product quality in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Willingness to comply with safety and quality regulations, including wearing protective gear when necessary.
• Good communication
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Time management
• Analytical
• Organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read and understand chemical Safety Data Sheets.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience in a chemical manufacturing work environment.
• Understanding of chemical process, mechanics and basic computer skills.
• This position requires a person to be able to speak, write and conduct business in English. This person shall also have sufficient eyesight to read business documents and properly fill out appropriate Quality System Records and Forms.
• This position should be able to understand and then follow written and verbal work instructions and quality system procedures without direct and constant supervision after the initial training period is successfully completed and documented. This position should have sufficient mental capacity to accommodate and successfully implement changes in work tasks and quality system changes when required.
• Strong organizational skills, meet deadlines, work independently and with the team with strong follow through, strong communication skills, both written and verbal and accuracy and attention to detail.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical environment may require the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. This position may be working in the warehouse under various indoor environmental conditions, including supplemental heating in the winter months and without air-conditioning in the summer months. May be requested to work overtime and weekends. The position may occasionally be exposed to ruptured, leaking packages, some of which may contain Hazardous Materials. Where appropriate, proper safety equipment should be utilized and/or appropriate personnel notified. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials and chemicals. This job may require lifting of up to 50 pounds occasionally.