Compound Mixer

Job Title

The position blends raw materials to create production blends according to specifications, operate blending machines, ensure batch integrity.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the preparation of batches with the needs of production lines and/or schedule, and tank capacity.
• Facilitates all necessary receiving inspection procedures of bulk raw materials.
• Operate blending equipment systems.
• Understands and initiates basic batching procedures including reading bills of materials, mixing procedures, and understanding parts numbering system.
• Understand mixing, piping, and valve systems for batching tanks.
• Clean and sanitize tanks, pumps, hoses, and equipment.
• Completes blend as required.
• Complete rework activity as needed.
• Maintains appropriate housekeeping of compounding area.
• Comprehends and utilizes proper PPE equipment. Follow safety protocols.
• Work with other personnel as needed (quality, production assistant, scheduler, etc.)
• Load / unload tankers to instruction for safety.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Education, License, Certifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience

Qualifications

• One year of relevant experience- preferred.
• Experience in the specialty chemical industry- preferred. Previous manufacturing / warehouse experience (including forklift)- preferred.
• OSHA/HAZ mat experience- preferred.
• Must be organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Our Values

At Zep, we have developed a set of values focused on bringing even greater cohesion to our workplace. As part of this plan, we introduced a values framework called S.P.E.E.D. to align with our purpose of making the planet cleaner, safer, and more productive.

• Stewardship: We continuously improve the safety of our people and products, and we protect the planet by innovating solutions to reduce our environmental impact.
• Passion for Problem Solving: We listen to our customers and actively work to find solutions for unique situations. We think creatively to innovate and seize opportunities that will drive growth and make all our customers' and consumers' lives better.
• Empowerment: We encourage and lead our people to be accountable by equipping them to make decisions and own the outcome
• Expertise: We create innovative solutions and partnerships that are relevant to service our communities and customers.
• Doing the Right Thing: We expect our people to understand ethical boundaries and be inclusive of other backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives. Demonstrating honesty, respect and integrity in all actions is always expected.

Zep Inc. is an organization that is committed to diversity within its workforce and encourages all interested candidates, including women, minorities, & former military personnel to apply. It is the policy of Zep Inc. that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability or sexual orientation.

As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, Zep Inc. provides full employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, ancestry, or veteran status or any other distinction outlined in all applicable federal, state, and local laws.