Compound Mixing Associate

Position Summary

The Compound Mixing Crew Member Associate is responsible for safely operating production equipment and performing all activities related to compound mixing operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position supports production goals by ensuring materials are accurately weighed, processed, mixed, and handled while meeting quality, safety, and environmental standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate and support all compound mixing processes, including: Weigh-up and raw material preparation. Manual mixer operation. Batching. Stripping. Dicing. Material handling activities.
• Follow production schedules, work instructions, formulas, and operating procedures accurately.
• Monitor equipment and processes to maintain product quality and production efficiency.
• Inspect materials and finished product to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Rotate between various equipment, machines, and work assignments based on operational requirements after successful completion of training.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance, cleaning, and basic troubleshooting activities.
• Maintain accurate production records and complete required computer transactions and documentation.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Comply with all company safety policies, PPE requirements, and ISO 14001 Environmental Management System standards.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, maintenance, quality personnel, and team members to support production goals.
• Work overtime and flexible schedules as required to support business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Preferred technical or vocational training in manufacturing or industrial operations.
• Previous manufacturing, mixing, batching, extrusion, plastics, rubber, chemical, or wire & cable industry experience.
• Experience operating industrial production equipment or forklifts.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to safely operate manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with attention to detail.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to learn SAP or other production systems.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Reliable attendance and flexibility to support production schedules.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, climb, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to distinguish colors for product identification and quality verification purposes.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, dust, noise, and moving mechanical equipment.