Production Technician 1

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter

Sun Chemical is seeking a Production Technician to join our New Brunswick, NJ facility.

Pay Range: $24/hr - $28/hr

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Measure, weigh, and load pigments and resins into mills according to batch tickets.
• Adjust controls to regulate temperature and times of mixtures according to batch ticket and knowledge of equipment (Ball Mills, dryer) and processes.
• Observe safety precautions to prevent injuries, accidents, and fires.
• Patrol work areas to detect leaks and equipment malfunctions.
• Provide and maintain a safe work environment by participating in safety programs, committees, teams, and conducting laboratory and plant safety audits.
• Monitor recording instruments, other indicators, and listen for warning signals, in order to verify conformity of process conditions.
• Control or operate chemical processes, systems and machines with PLC.
• Confer with technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, and product quality.
• Draw samples of products at specified stages. Conduct quality control tests to monitor processing and to ensure that standards are met.
• Package and label finished products with proper labels in compliance with rules and regulations.
• Load and unload trucks, record incoming raw materials.
• Pick finished goods for shipping.
• Correctly label hazardous and nonhazardous goods per DOT requirements.
• Keep production logs.
• Clean production equipment and work areas.
• Collect hazardous or non-hazardous waste in correctly labeled containers and transfer them to collection areas.
• Provide production, progress, or changeover reports to supervisors and coworkers.
• General maintenance – grease, lubricate equipment.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Basic computer skills, understanding of electronic batch ticketing (EBT) systems with the ability to learn quickly
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Math skills and ability to work with percentages
• Capable of repeatedly lifting 55+ lbs. and standing for long periods of time
• Ability to work on elevated surfaces using stairs or step stools when required.
• Ability to work 40 hrs. weekly and overtime

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent certificate (GED)
• Forklift Certified
• Able to read and understand batch tickets
• Basic math skill proficiency
• Able to lift 55 pounds
• Able to climb stairs/ladders
• First Aid, AED, and CPR trained a plus

BENEFITS

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Sun Chemical or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed contract on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun Chemical and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.

Note: The base pay range listed is a good-faith estimate of what Sun Chemical may offer to new hires for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs), relevant experience, education, certifications, and alignment with the minimum job qualifications. Additional considerations may include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity within Sun Chemical.

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