Mixer Operator - DAY SHIFT

Key Purpose of the Role

Responsible for manufacturing Hydrocolloid Adhesive according to approved formulations, quality standards, and production schedules while supporting efficient Mixing Room operations, equipment cleanliness, and cross-functional production activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture hydrocolloid adhesive compounds according to approved formulations and specifications.
• Accurately weigh and verify raw materials following quality and safety standards.
• Control process parameters (speed, temperature).
• Ensure Mixer machines, tools and area around the room remain clean according to specifications.
• Inspect product quality and segregate non-conforming material.
• Complete production documentation accurately.
• Report production, quality, safety, or equipment concerns to supervision promptly.
• Maintain adherence to EHS policies and cGMP-compliant protocols, ensuring a controlled manufacturing environment.
• Flexibility to cover and/or interchange between day and night shift as needed by the company (including but not limited to cover for leaves of absence, vacation, position vacancy, etc.).

Requirements

• Ability to accurately follow formulations, manufacturing procedures, and safety/quality standards in a fast-paced production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area while effectively managing time and supporting daily production demands.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to read technical documents and procedures.
• Attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in adhesive manufacturing, compound preparation, material blending, or regulated production environments is a plus.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

• Consistently exposed to varying temperatures and airborne particles within the Mixing Room manufacturing environment.
• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to varying temperatures ranging approximately from 60°F to 180°F depending on the production process, equipment in operation, and tasks being performed.
• Employees occasionally work near moving mechanical parts, electronics and other light industrial equipment.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 60 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Possesses the physical capability to perform tasks associated with the responsibilities, such as but not limited to:
  • Frequent standing, walking, sitting, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl;
  • Work on an elevated platform or surface;
  • And talk, see and hear.