1st Shift Chemicals Mixer I

Chemical Mixer Associate

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries. Our purpose is to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives.

The Oatey family of companies are Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, GF Thompson, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, and Lansas.

Our brands are synonymous with quality, integrity, and trust in the plumbing industry.

The Cleveland plant is an air-conditioned environment with a team atmosphere and a commitment to safety and quality!

What we're looking for

Our Chemical Mixer Associates are the driving force for Oatey's chemical product manufacturing operations. In this role you will support our customers by making chemical batch mixes using established formulations and methods to ensure that safety, quality and production goals are met.

Responsibilities include:

• Work with a safety-first mindset, to include using company provided PPE.
• Complete mixing tasks on a rotational basis as assigned by the supervisor/team leader of the department
• Maintain workplace organization and cleanliness throughout the day.
• Perform minor equipment set-up and adjustments.
• Operate all necessary mixing and testing equipment.
• Gather and verify all raw materials for each batch mix
• Follow standard operating procedures to make required batch mixes.
• Maintain mixes for all lines while performing other duties assigned by department.
• Complete required documentation.
• Complete production records and data entry as required
• Other duties as assigned.

What you'll need to be successful

• Committed and reliable team player with the ability to meet or exceed production targets.
• Ability to work in teams, communicate one-on-one or in a small group.
• Manual dexterity.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to read and comprehend work orders.
• Effective listening skills.
• Commitment to safety.
• Effective working relationships with co-workers and willingness to take on additional responsibility and/or support.
• Back-up/support production line positions as needed

Experience that will set you apart.

• One (1) year related chemical mixing work experience (in chemical, food, pharmaceutical or similar industry
• High School Diploma or equivalent,
• Compounding, quality or science education is preferred
• Knowledge of various equipment (fill machines, pallet jack, box knife, batch gun, mix tanks, drum mover, microscope, viscometer, and computer) is helpful.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work at a fast pace to meet production targets.
• Ability to work as a member of a team to meet department goals.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to read and comprehend work orders, charge sheets and PPE requirements.
• Respirator fit test and respirator questionnaire required upon hire and annually.
• 24-hour HAZMAT training upon hire, and 8-hour HAZMAT refresher training annually.
• Some product knowledge is preferred.

Why Oatey?

• At Oatey, our purpose has always been to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives.
• We value Collaboration, Integrity, Respect, Courage, Leadership, and Excellence above all else.
• We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion - acknowledging, valuing, and leveraging the unique experiences and perspectives of our associates.
• Our vision is to continue to grow as a market leader, to enrich the lives of our Associates, and to foster an inclusive environment in every regard.
• Our purpose, mission, and vision are not possible without the right people, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, engaging, and rewarding environment for our Associates.
• Oatey has a total rewards philosophy which encompasses compensation, benefits, work-life effectiveness, recognition, performance management, tuition reimbursement, mental health wellness, and talent development.