Job Title: Mixer Operator

Job Description

The Mixer Operator is responsible for producing batches of material in accordance with detailed specifications, ensuring product quality, safety, and accurate documentation throughout the mixing process. This role involves weighing and handling raw materials, operating mixing equipment, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining a clean and organized work area within a chemical manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Review the daily mixing schedule and plan work to meet production requirements.
• Produce batches in the mixer as scheduled, following established mixing procedures and batch tickets.
• Inspect reconditioned drums prior to use in accordance with internal standards and procedures.
• Dump completed batches from mixers into appropriate containers while maintaining correct identification and labeling.
• Communicate with the previous mixer operator at shift change to discuss any irregularities or special instructions.
• Follow the Mixing Procedure to produce standard production batches and adhere strictly to batch ticket parameters.
• Stop the process immediately and notify the Group Leader and Quality Assurance if any abnormalities occur, including suspect non-conforming raw materials, batch parameters outside specified ranges, suspect finished goods containers, or unusual equipment function such as leaks or odd noises.
• Maintain accurate identification and traceability on all batches, drums, and raw materials.
• Complete all required paperwork correctly and on time, including batch tickets, mixing dump reports, and other production documentation.
• Inform the Manager promptly of any unidentified or misidentified batches, drums, or raw materials, as well as any safety or maintenance concerns.
• Keep the work area neat, clean, and free of unnecessary clutter to support safety and efficiency.
• Run processes to maximize product quality and output while following all safety and quality guidelines.
• Ensure all safety apparatuses and protective devices are in place and functioning properly before operating equipment.
• Follow first-in, first-out (FIFO) practices to ensure the oldest lots of raw materials are used first.
• Handle hazardous waste safely and in accordance with procedures, when assigned.
• Perform real-time production reporting in SAP or similar systems to maintain accurate inventory and batch records.
• Communicate effectively with all team members to coordinate work, share information, and resolve issues.
• Perform inspections and tests on drums and batches to verify quality and compliance with specifications.
• Operate a forklift to move raw materials, finished goods, and equipment as needed.
• For "A" Mixer Operators: train new Mixer Operator Trainees on procedures, safety, and equipment operation.
• For "A" Mixer Operators: make trial batches for Research and Development and Product Development projects.
• For "A" Mixer Operators: manufacture highly critical products designated specifically for "A" Mixer Operators.

Essential Skills

• 1–3 years of experience in mixing, batching, compounding, or blending operations in a production or chemical environment.
• Experience with batch production processes and batch documentation requirements.
• Ability to operate mixing machines, blenders, and related production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Experience as a Mixing Operator or Batching Operator with 1–3 years of hands-on production experience.
• Basic chemical handling experience and understanding of working with chemical materials.
• Ability to operate a forklift or willingness to learn forklift operation as required.
• Strong attention to detail for following batch tickets, mixing procedures, and quality parameters.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Comfort working in a facility with strong odors and exposure to fumes and chemical materials.
• Ability to pass a skills key test assessing job-related capabilities.
• Ability to pass an audiogram test to ensure safe work in a noisy environment.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English to understand procedures, safety information, and documentation.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent level of education.
• Physical ability to perform overhead reaching, twisting, turning, pivoting, bending, crouching, and frequent walking.
• Ability to stand on feet for the entirety of 8–10 hour shifts.
• Ability to frequently climb ladders and stairs and move on and off a forklift throughout the shift.
• Ability to clean equipment, products, floors, and surrounding are