Resin Operator

About the role

Responsible for safely operating Resin manufacturing and processing equipment in order to produce quality resins that are used in the manufacture of paint products. Works under the direction of the Resin Leads and the Resin Manager. Follows all safety, environmental and regulatory policies, procedures, and guidelines. Uses all required safety equipment. Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Follows all safety, environmental and regulatory policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Uses all required safety equipment.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Transfers materials from the warehouse or bulk storage tanks to the Resin process area.
• Processes all resins in a properly cleaned reactor.
• Adds raw material ingredients to process resins, latex emulsions, and all other related polymers according to batch instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Takes data readings using electronic information systems and takes batch samples for quality control testing.
• Records data as prescribed and adjusts batch quality as necessary.
• Calibrates, adjusts, and monitors lab testing equipment in accordance with prescribed guidelines.
• Filters and transfers material to storage tanks after production batch is completed and quality approved.
• Cleans the reactor as prescribed by standard operating procedures.
• Complies with 5S and facility housekeeping requirements.
• Addresses issues related to safety and actively coaches and reinforces safety expectations with team.
• Manages hazardous and non-hazardous waste per regulations as required.

Qualifications

• High School degree required.
• Prior working experience and knowledge associated with chemical manufacturing.
• Able to walk up and down stairs several times throughout a 12 hour shift as needed.
• Able to climb ladders as needed.
• Able to work 12-hour shifts 3-4 days per week and overtime as needed.
• Forklift Experienced Strongly Preferred.
• Competency and confidence utilizing applicable computerized systems such as MS Office Excel, Outlook, Word, SAP.

Physical Effort And Dexterity

• Frequent sitting, standing, bending/twisting of neck and waist, squatting and kneeling.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects from floor, conveyor, vehicle, table, or overhead location.
• Occasional lifting of 10-75 lbs. (1-3+ hours) throughout shift.

Compensation Philosophy

The salary range listed herein refers to the amount the Company is willing to pay at the time of posting. The actual salary offer will be carefully considered based on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, job location, and other relevant factors. In addition to our monetary compensation package, Benjamin Moore provides a full range of benefits that are personalized to support you physically, financially, and emotionally, through both the big milestones and in your everyday life.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401(k) match
• PTO starting at 3 weeks' vacation + (7) paid holidays and (5) personal days
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• You can view the complete benefits package by clicking the following link: https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/benjamin-moore-careers?targetid=row-benefits-summary

Engagement, Inclusion + Social Impact

At Benjamin Moore, we don't just accept difference — we celebrate it, support it, and thrive because it benefits our employees, customers, and community. We remain steadfast in our commitment to cultivating an environment where all are provided the tools and opportunities to thrive in the workplace. Our efforts allow each of us to authentically live our corporate values of Openness, Integrity, Community, Excellence, and Safety. Our Social Impact initiatives, including strategic partnerships, in-kind donations, and volunteerism, further amplify our ability to positively impact the lives of our stakeholders.

EEO Statement

Benjamin Moore is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to a culture of inclusion and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.