Union Production Operator - PreKitt

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. 1st Shift Monday - Friday 05:00am - 01:30pm POSITION SUMMARY: As a First Shift Union Production Operator Pre-Kitter, you play a critical part in the organization securing raw materials in a safe environment. This position creates and packages products of various kinds. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Prepare, Measure, and Kitt raw materials for production batches * Receive, weigh, scan, and stage chemicals, ensuring accurate mixing ratios, increasing productivity, reducing waste, and minimizing chemical exposure for workers * Organizing ingredients into "kits" (kits/kitting) for specific manufacturing steps to improve efficiency. * Maintain daily logs and record plant operating data * Following strict safety procedures (including using respirators) and verifying material consistency * Scanning batch tickets and recording data to ensure proper tracking and inventory management * Effectively, timely, and respectfully communicate and interact with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and customers * Collect raw materials * Package chemicals in pails, drums, and totes * Responsible for decanting chemical into containers as specified in related procedures * Ensure supplies are distributed as required throughout the facility * Neatly store supplies and empty containers * General housekeeping of the plant and surrounding areas * Clean and store safety equipment for re-use * Report process and/or safety equipment issues to Production Supervisor * Comply with all safety requirements within the company * Comply with all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and safe handling practices as required from Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and company procedures * Follow WHMIS, MSDS and all other safety training requirements and procedures * Follow all government and regulatory requirements when handling and transporting chemical materials * Operate a sit-down forklift * Select products for outbound orders * Receive product (bulk and packaged) for inbound orders * Load and unload trucks * Perform preventative maintenance and participate in general upkeep of production equipment * Perform other duties as assigned or needed * Regular and sustained attendance MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * 1+ Years experience working in a chemical plant * 2 Years experience in a manufacturing and/or distribution facility * 2 Years experience operating a forklift preferred * Pass forklift driving exam (pre-offer) * Ability to collaborate effectively and efficiently with colleagues * Effective communication skills and time management * Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time * Previous