Production Operator I

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

Title: Production Operator I
Location: Richmond, VA
Pay: $21 per hour
Hours: 1st Shift - 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Read, understand and follow batch tickets to achieve production schedule
• Gather and weigh ingredients (Scale operation)
• Combine ingredients in a designated sequence
• Provide samples to the Quality Control lab
• Pack and label the product into designated containers
• Operate equipment with an inserting system
• Trouble shoot mixing equipment
• Clean the equipment and plant and dispose the waste
• Responsible for stock rotation and minimizing partial containers
• Responsible for ingredient traceability
• Proficient in all areas of and the ability to operate SAP Inventory function and perform inventory cycle counts
• Conduct preliminary quality checks
• Report near miss incidents and improvement opportunities
• Participate actively in all plant safety initiatives, programs and training sessions
• Participate on plant teams and serves as a trainer for employees and/or new hires
• Comply with OSHA required activities for PIT
• Comply with DOT regulations for Hazardous Material transport
• Wear appropriate PPE at all times and maintain a clean work area
• ISO - Follow all standard operating procedures with respect to performance of position duties and stays updated on all applicable procedures
• Performs other related duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• 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/GED
• 1+ years of experience in a production/manufacturing environment, preferably in batch manufacturing
• Sit-down and/or stand-up experience preferred.
• Experience following safety procedures.
• Experience working around flammable material 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.