DescriptionAt UW Solutions, we provide breakthrough solutions in the form of the world's most advanced, high-performing, environmentally friendly, next generation coatings. We're here to meet any need - from customized development to the final application of state-of-the-art coatings. We are science beneath the surface.R&D Coatings (a UW Solutions company) is rooted in innovation and breakthrough solutions. No matter what industry or type of substrate, our innovation lab develops custom commercial grade coatings that are built to outlast and outperform. Does this sound like you?You are Innovative. It means being creative, curious, and adaptable, and being open to new ideas and ways of doing things.You have Integrity. It means being honest, ethical, and transparent in our dealings with others.You are Accountable. It means taking ownership of our actions and their outcomes.You are a Leader. This means setting an example through our words and actions and being committed to serving the needs of our team or organization.Our commitment to the core values of Innovation, Integrity, Accountability, and Leadership is an essential part of our culture and drives our success. These values represent the principles that guide our organization's decision-making, actions, and interactions with employees, customers, stakeholders, and the community. We are committed to creating a work environment that reflects these core values.We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Chemical Operator (Batchmaker) to join our team and help us drive forward our mission to learn, test, improve, and push boundaries every day, empowering our people to provide innovative, problem-solving, sustainable coating solutions that help the companies we partner with build business.As a chemical plant operator, the primary purpose of this role is to operate safely and efficiently, and control equipment units or systems involved in the coating manufacturing process. The operator will execute job responsibilities by closely following operating procedures, monitoring chemical reactions, interpreting laboratory test results, and correlating process instrumentation data.2 Positions available!Shift: Full-Time (i.e. 40-hr work weeks) Monday-Thursday 6am-4:30pm* *Training Shift will varyCompensation: Starting at $20.00/hr What you'll do:Responsibilities:
- Operates and controls equipment units or system that processes chemical substances into specified products, according to knowledge of operating procedures, chemical reactions, laboratory test results, and correlation of process instrumentation.
- Reads plant specifications to ascertain product, ingredients, and prescribed modifications of plant procedures.
- Starts feed of materials through equipment units, such as heating vessels and mixing tanks; or dumps pre-weighed ingredients into tanks, hoppers, or onto conveyor. Moves controls to regulate feed of liquids and gases through equipment in specified timing and sequence or starts automatic feed.
- Sets up and adjusts indicating and controlling devices, such as gas analyzers, recording calorimeters, and radiographic detecting or gauging instruments to facilitate simultaneous analysis and control of process conditions.
- Observes gauges, signals, and recording instruments, turns valves, and moves controls to regulate temperatures, pressures, and flow of steam, coolant, and chemical constituents through system to effect prescribed reaction within critical limits, according to knowledge of equipment and process.
- Draws samples of product at specified stages of synthesis and performs standard tests to determine if reaction is proceeding efficiently and in conformity with plant standards.
- Observes color or consistency of product through sight glasses, and correlates observations with test results, laboratory analyses, and instrument readings to facilitate regulation of process and production of standardized product.
- Maintains log of gauge readings, shift production, and equipment malfunctions.
- May patrol area to inspect equipment for leaks and hazards and to record gauge readings.
- May direct activities of other workers assisting in control or verification of process.
- Other duties as assigned.
RequirementsWhat we're looking for:
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient mathematical and measurement abilities.
- Ability to use related computer software.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to traverse the operations facility.
- Must be able to lift to 50 pounds at a time.
- Must be able to work around and with coating materials.
- Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment that requires proper PPE.