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1st Shift
Monday - Friday
05:00am – 01:30pm
POSITION SUMMARY:
As a First Shift Union Production Operator Pre-Kitter, you play a critical part in the organization securing raw materials in a safe environment. This position creates and packages products of various kinds.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare, Measure, and Kitt raw materials for production batches
Receive, weigh, scan, and stage chemicals, ensuring accurate mixing ratios, increasing productivity, reducing waste, and minimizing chemical exposure for workers
Organizing ingredients into "kits" (kits/kitting) for specific manufacturing steps to improve efficiency.
Maintain daily logs and record plant operating data
Following strict safety procedures (including using respirators) and verifying material consistency
Scanning batch tickets and recording data to ensure proper tracking and inventory management
Effectively, timely, and respectfully communicate and interact with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and customers
Collect raw materials
Package chemicals in pails, drums, and totes
Responsible for decanting chemical into containers as specified in related procedures
Ensure supplies are distributed as required throughout the facility
Neatly store supplies and empty containers
General housekeeping of the plant and surrounding areas
Clean and store safety equipment for re-use
Report process and/or safety equipment issues to Production Supervisor
Comply with all safety requirements within the company
Comply with all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and safe handling practices as required from Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and company procedures
Follow WHMIS, MSDS and all other safety training requirements and procedures
Follow all government and regulatory requirements when handling and transporting chemical materials
Operate a sit-down forklift
Select products for outbound orders
Receive product (bulk and packaged) for inbound orders
Load and unload trucks
Perform preventative maintenance and participate in general upkeep of production equipment
Perform other duties as assigned or needed
Regular and sustained attendance
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Â
1+ Years experience working in a chemical plant
2 Years experience in a manufacturing and/or distribution facility
2 Years experience operating a forklift preferred
Pass forklift driving exam (pre-offer)
Ability to collaborate effectively and efficiently with colleagues
Effective communication skills and time management
Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time
Previous experience in a chemical plant preferred
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
OTHER INFORMATION:
This position works in an enclosed building that is subject to variances in temperatures, extreme heat in summer, and colder temperatures in winter. This position frequently lifts, pushes, pulls or carries up to 50 pounds of product. This position can work various hours.
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