Careers at AMS

Maintenance Tech

Major Function:

Maintenance of all Applied Material Solution assets at both plant locations.

Major Duties:

1. Daily, weekly, monthly, annual checks, maintenance and inspections for boilers, (steam & hot oil) and nitrogen system
2. Preventative maintenance and repair on pumps, meters, compressors, reactors, HVAC, portable heating units, and fire suppression systems
3. Repair / replace hoses, bulbs, filters as needed and conduct checks as a preventative measure to prevent outages
4. Promptly respond to requests / calls from plant and office team members for maintenance assistance
5. Complete tasks as assigned by manager & report status of any incomplete projects, down and/or damaged equipment
6. Assist with snow removal and/or groundskeeping as needed.

Additional Requirements:

• Perform miscellaneous warehouse duties including, but not limited to, cleaning & housekeeping
• Demonstrate a high level of problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Cross train in other areas of the plant as time allows.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test.
• Familiar with company concepts, practices and procedures.
• Must be able to perform a variety of tasks utilizing individual initiative.
• Must be able to work with peers and superiors in all departments and outside the company.
• Follow company’s food safety, chemical safety, sexual harassment, discrimination and general employee policies.
• Occasionally perform tasks not described in this position description in order to meet the needs of the company or department.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 60 pounds repetitively.
• Must be able to stand, bend, and reach for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders repetitively.
• Must be able to wear required Personal Protection Equipment for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to safely and effectively repair or maintenance production-related machinery including, but not limited to: forklifts, agitators, homogenizers, and drum tippers.
• Must be able to perform visual and olfactory observations.

Education and Experience:

• A minimum of two years’ experience in the maintenance of manufacturing equipment.
• Proficient in reading and mathematics at the high school graduate level.
• Forklift / Scissor lift certification is preferred.
• Confined Space experience a plus.
• GMP and HACCP training is a plus.

Position Specifications & Benefits:

• Full Time Position
• Medical and Dental, 401K, Life Insurance along with Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Optional Vision and Supplemental Life Insurance.

“This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.”

Assistant R&D Chemist

Major Function:

The Assistant R&D Chemist’s responsibilities are to support the development of new and novel products for the Company and to assist in the efforts required to bring the new products or opportunities to a successful conclusion for the company. In addition, their role is to provide technical expert support to Sales & Marketing, EHS, Quality and Production.

Major Duties:

1. Perform mathematical calculations
2. Preparation of reagents and formulations
3. Perform laboratory experiments
4. Maintain a laboratory notebook
5. Contribute to our standard operating procedures
6. Perform method analyses and troubleshooting. Make recommendations on technical support on analytical methods.
7. Assist with the resolution of investigations, customer complaints and review and draft batch records.
8. Carry out research on project.
9. Other specific tasks will be tailored to the chemist’s level of experience and abilities.
10. Prepare reports and presentations to internal and external customers.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand/sit for intermittent durations of time.

Additional Requirements:

• A background which demonstrates strong documentation practices and experience
• Proven problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership and team building skills
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-functional team
• Ability to work with Microsoft Office programs.

Education and Experience:

• Degree in Chemistry, Life Science, Engineering or related field from an accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program.
• Preferred majors: Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Life Sciences.
• Minimum 1-3 years of laboratory experience.

Position Specifications & Benefits:

• Full Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt Position
• Medical and Dental, 401K, Life Insurance along with Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Optional Vision and Supplemental Life Insurance.

“This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.”

Director of Technology

Major Function:

The Director of Technology’s primary responsibilities are to lead Research and Development, management, and Applications/Field Support for AMS. Within this role, the Director is accountable for the management of the department heads and resources within each of these key functions.

Major Duties:

1. Research and Development Manager
   1. Lead the development and support elements for the company as the main oversight contact for technical aspects of the AMS product line.
   2. Developing, implementing, and maintaining products and programs to meet the current production/business efforts. This would be both from a leadership level, but also hands-on customer and lab-scale efforts as required.
   3. Assure the methods and laboratory records follow the AMS retention policies and practices.
2. Product Line Management
   1. Manage the defined Product Line Management Program with the technical team. This includes but is not limited to the management of New Product Introductions, Existing Product Maintenance, Stage Gate Maintenance, Documentation, Chempax/ERP entry management/maintenance, and Product specific training.
   2. Management of the team to continually improve our maintenance of the AMS Product Mix in relation to customers and applications.
   3. Manage the service of application support through the technical team to facilitate personnel and customer training on the appropriate use and application of AMS products.
   4. This role must be intimately knowledgeable of production processes, equipment, and procedures…as the lead for product management, this role must understand plant processes to compose Batch Sheets.
3. Applications/Field Support
   1. Manage the approval of technical resources to the field as it relates to your departmental management.
   2. Guides the creation of field service tools in concert with the departmental management.
4. General Duties (Both through Management/Leadership and direct activities)
   1. Responsible for the Management of all reporting functions to AMS Management and Board Members on Key Process Indicators within each department under your leadership.
   2. This role must provide a formal monthly communication to the Board/President with an agreed “dash-board/content”
   3. Active participation/attendance in AMS Management team activities and meetings.
   4. Institution and leadership of technical budgetary requirements on an annual basis. This includes monthly management/monitoring with finance.
   5. Assist in training employees (new Hire and refresher); communicating with management to identify areas for improvement.
   6. Assist in efforts to manage Vendor/Supplier System: reviewing, approving, documenting proposed and existing suppliers (as needed).
   7. Assist in efforts to manage Approved Material System: review, approve, and document new materials to be used onsite for quality and conformance to internal requirements; collect, maintain, and update material documents and certifications (as needed).
   8. Complete customer requests for documentation, samples, and new product development (as needed).
   9. Perform batch validation testing, corrections, and documentation (COA, etc.) in support of new product or business opportunities.
   10. Coordinate sampling and testing with outside laboratories (as needed) as they pertain to all technology functions.
   11. Assure that quality/lab equipment calibrations and documentation are complete and up-to-date.
   12. Leadership on upkeep and supply of the assigned lab and work areas (cleanliness, inventory of materials needed, resupply materials as necessary, etc.)
   13. Other similar tasks as assigned by the President (and/or) Board of AMS.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand/sit for intermittent durations of time.

Additional Requirements:

• Must demonstrate good attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Must be able to read, understand, and communicate complex technical information for projects and training.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test.
• Familiar with company concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Must be able to perform a variety of tasks utilizing individual initiative.
• Must be able to work with subordinates, peers, and superiors in all departments and outside the company.
• Follow company’s food safety, chemical safety, sexual harassment, discrimination, and general employee policies.
• Occasionally perform tasks not described in this position description in order to meet the needs of the company or department.
• All staff must report food safety and quality problems to personnel that can initiate action.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in science or engineering (preferably chemistry) with greater than 15 years in a similar role for chemical/materials manufacturers. Advanced education would be desirable.
• Familiarity with chemical handling and instrumental techniques used in development of new or improving existing product.
• Familiarity with related EH&S, Quality Regulatory, Defoamer Science, Organic/Inorganic Chemistry, Analytical techniques, and current AMS applications/market segments.

Position Specifications & Benefits:

• Full Time, Exempt Position
• Medical and Dental, 401K, Life Insurance along with Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Optional Vision and Supplemental Life Insurance.

“This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.”

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Research Laboratory Technician

Major Function:
The Research Laboratory Technician is responsible for daily laboratory and production tasks associated with Applied Material. Candidates will assist in laboratory procedures, help manage the sample program, and assist other chemists in product development and testing. There will be a strong emphasis on learning and understanding the industry which will allow for advancement within the laboratory. Applied Material Solutions (AMS) is a manufacturer of defoamers, coating agents, emulsifiers, silicas, and various other products.

Major Duties:

1. Receive, label, and analyze samples.
2. Design and execute laboratory testing according to standard procedures, make observations and interpret findings.
3. Conduct experiments under the mentoring of other chemists and verify and reject various types of hypotheses using scientific methods.
4. Organize and store chemical materials, including raw materials and finished products according to safety instructions.
5. Maintain scientific, neat, and orderly laboratory notebooks containing a record of all work performed. Maintain other records as necessary to support patent applications for innovative products.
6. Maintain laboratory equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies.
7. Prepare and assist in sample requests.
8. Responsible for proficient use of our information operating system.
9. Maintain an orderly and safe laboratory space.
10. Other similar tasks as required by management.

Physical Requirements:

• Carry up to 50 lbs.

Additional Requirements:

• Maintain other records as necessary to support patent applications for innovative products.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies.
• Prepare and assist in sample requests.
• Responsible for proficient use of our information operating system.
• Maintain an orderly and safe laboratory space.
• Other similar tasks as required by management.

Education and Experience:

• B.S. or B.A. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Biochemistry, or Polymer Chemistry/Engineering strongly preferred.
• Must be able to complete projects and tasks as assigned according to deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are needed to communicate product information to customers and sales representatives.

Position Specifications & Benefits:

• Full-Time Position.
• Medical and Dental, 401(k), Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Optional Vision and Supplemental Life Insurance.

“This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.”

Associate R&D Chemist

Major Function:
The Associate R&D Chemist’s responsibilities are to develop new and novel products for the Company and to support efforts required to bring the new products or opportunities to a successful conclusion for the company. In addition, their role is to provide technical expert support to Sales & Marketing, EHS, Quality and Production.

Major Duties:

1. Take active role in problem solving of customer issues using appropriate methodology.
2. Able to work on multiple and varied projects with little to no direction.
3. Work with outside manufacturers when necessary to coordinate prototypes and samples.
4. Stays abreast of developments in the scientific field and continue to demonstrate continuous performance improvement.
5. Manage protocol writing and other technical reporting as required.
6. Assist in the development of novel products to support the growth of the company and work with transitions across departments for commercial launch.
7. Assist in training employees (new hire and refresher); communicating with management to identify areas for improvement.
8. Assist in efforts to manage Vendor/Supplier System: reviewing, approving, documenting proposed and existing suppliers (as needed).
9. Assist in efforts to manage Approved Material System: review, approve, and document new materials to be used onsite for quality and conformance to internal requirements; collect, maintain, and update material documents and certifications (as needed).
10. Coordinate sampling and testing with outside laboratories (as needed) as they pertain to R&D functions.
11. Perform batch validation testing, corrections, and documentation (COA, etc.) in support of new product or business opportunities.
12. Maintain laboratory records following AMSi retention policies or practices.
13. Maintain quality/lab equipment calibrations and documentation of same.
14. Preparation of reagents and formulations.
15. Contribute to our standard operating procedures.
16. Assist with the resolution of investigations, customer complaints and review and draft batch records.
17. Other similar tasks as assigned by management.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand/sit for intermittent durations of time.

Additional Requirements:

• A background which demonstrates strong documentation practices and experience.
• Proven problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and team building skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-functional team.
• Ability to work with Microsoft Office programs.

Education and Experience:

• Degree in Chemistry, Life Science, Engineering or related field from an accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program.
• Preferred majors: Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Life Sciences.
• Minimum 3-6 years of laboratory experience.

Position Specifications & Benefits:

• Full Time, Exempt Position.
• Medical and Dental, 401K, Life Insurance along with Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Optional Vision and Supplemental Life Insurance.

“This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.”

Senior R&D Chemist

Major Function:
The Senior R&D Chemist’s main responsibilities are to develop new and novel products for the Company and to support efforts required to bring the new products or opportunities to as successful conclusion for the company. In addition, their role is to provide technical expert support to Sales & Marketing, EHS, Quality and Production.

Major Duties:

1. Lead or take active role in problem solving of customer issues using appropriate methodology.
2. Own multiple and varied projects with little to no direction.
3. Show a deep understanding of formulation approaches in various areas of product portfolios, such as, emulsions, dispersions, suspensions, coatings.
4. Work with outside manufacturers when necessary to coordinate prototypes and samples.
5. Develops new approaches for the delivery of the projects.
6. Stays abreast of developments in the scientific field and continue to demonstrate continuous performance improvement.
7. Take leadership role for method validation, protocol writing and other technical reporting as required.
8. Develop novel products to support the growth of the company and work with transitions across departments for commercial launch.
9. Assist in training employees (new hire and refresher); communicating with management to identify areas for improvement.
10. Assist in efforts to manage Vendor/Supplier System: reviewing, approving, documenting proposed and existing suppliers (as needed).
11. Assist in efforts to manage Approved Material System: review, approve, and document new materials to be used onsite for quality and conformance to internal requirements; collect, maintain and update material documents and certifications (as needed).
12. Complete customer requests for documentation, samples, and new product development (as needed).
13. Perform batch validation testing, corrections, and documentation (COA, etc.) in support of new product or business opportunities.
14. Maintain laboratory records following AMSi retention policies or practices;
15. Coordinate sampling and testing with outside laboratories (as needed) as they pertain to R&D functions;
16. Maintain quality/lab equipment calibrations and documentation of same;
17. General upkeep and supply of the assigned lab and work area (cleanliness, inventory of materials needed, resupply materials as necessary, etc.);
18. Other similar tasks as assigned by management.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand/sit for intermittent durations of time.

Additional Requirements:

• Must demonstrate good attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Must be able to read, understand, and communicate complex technical information for projects and training.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.
• Must pass background check and pre-employment drug test.
• Familiar with company concepts, practices and procedures.
• Must be able to perform a variety of tasks utilizing individual initiative.
• Must be able to work with subordinates, peers and superiors in all departments and outside the company.
• Follow company’s food safety, chemical safety, sexual harassment, discrimination and general employee policies.
• Occasionally perform tasks not described in this position description in order to meet the needs of the company or department.
• All staff must report food safety and quality problems to personnel that can initiate action.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors in science or engineering (preferably chemistry) or 5+ years in a similar role for chemical manufacturer.
• Familiarity with chemical handling and instrumental techniques used in development of new or improving existing product.

Alternates : In case of absence,

• R&D responsibilities are covered by Laboratory Manager, R&D Staff and/or Quality & Regulatory Specialist.

Coverage Absence:

• This position provides coverage for Regulatory Manager, or Plant Manager (quality/food/safety).

Position Specifications & Benefits:

• Full Time, Exempt Position.
• Medical and Dental, 401K, Life Insurance along with Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Optional Vision and Supplemental Life Insurance.

“This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.”

Production Operator – Colloidal

Major Function:
Manufacture and package chemical products according to instructions and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Major Duties:

1. Set up, operate, and monitor equipment used for producing and packaging products.
2. Monitor batches for quality and safety parameters, including Critical Control Points and Control Points.
3. Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, and work areas according to company procedures.
4. Promptly report all food safety, physical safety, and product quality issues.
5. Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment.

Colloidal Silica Requirements:

1. Control and monitoring of computerized systems for production.
2. Measure, weigh, mix, and process chemical ingredients following established procedures to create finished products.
3. Record production, sanitation and test data accurately and legibly.
4. Draw samples of products for quality tests.
5. Fill containers with chemical products for sale or internal use.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 60 pounds repetitively.
• Must be able to stand, bend, and reach for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders repetitively.
• Must be able to wear required Personal Protection Equipment for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to safely and effectively operate production-related machinery including, but not limited to: forklifts, agitators, homogenizers, and drum tippers.
• Must be able to perform visual and olfactory observations.

Additional Requirements:

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must pass background check and pre-employment drug test.
• Familiar with company concepts, practices and procedures.
• Must be able to perform a variety of tasks utilizing individual initiative.
• Must be able to work with peers and superiors in all departments and outside the company.
• Follow company’s food safety, chemical safety, sexual harassment, discrimination and general employee policies.
• Occasionally perform tasks not described in this position description in order to meet the needs of the company or department.

Education and Experience:

• Proficient in reading and mathematics at the high school graduate level.
• Forklift certification is preferred.
• A minimum of two years of chemical or food processing is preferred.
• GMP and HACCP training is a plus.

Position Specifications & Benefits:

• Full Time Position.
• Medical and Dental, 401K, Life Insurance along with Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Optional Vision and Supplemental Life Insurance.

“This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.”

Production Operator – Compounding

Major Function:
Manufacture and package chemical products according to instructions and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Major Duties:

1. Set up, operate, and monitor equipment used for producing and packaging products.
2. Measure, weigh, mix, and process chemical ingredients following established procedures to create finished products.
3. Monitor batches for quality and food safety parameters, including Critical Control Points and Control Points.
4. Record production, sanitation and test data accurately and legibly.
5. Draw samples of products for quality tests.
6. Fill containers with chemical products for sale or internal use.
7. Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, and work areas according to company procedures.
8. Promptly report all food safety, physical safety, and product quality issues.
9. Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 60 pounds repetitively.
• Must be able to stand, bend, and reach for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders repetitively.
• Must be able to wear required Personal Protection Equipment for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to safely and effectively operate production-related machinery including, but not limited to: forklifts, agitators, homogenizers, and drum tippers.
• Must be able to perform visual and olfactory observations.

Additional Requirements:

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must pass background check and pre-employment drug test.
• Familiar with company concepts, practices and procedures.
• Must be able to perform a variety of tasks utilizing individual initiative.
• Must be able to work with peers and superiors in all departments and outside the company.
• Follow company’s food safety, chemical safety, sexual harassment, discrimination and general employee policies.
• Occasionally perform tasks not described in this position description in order to meet the needs of the company or department.

Education and Experience:

• Proficient in reading and mathematics at the high school graduate level.
• Forklift certification is preferred.
• A minimum of two years of chemical or food processing is preferred.
• GMP and HACCP training is a plus.

Position Specifications & Benefits:

• Full Time, Hourly, Non-exempt position.
• Medical and Dental, 401K, Life Insurance along with Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Optional Vision and Supplemental Life Insurance.

“This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.”

Production Operator – Silica (Burlington, WI)

Major Function:
Manufacture and package hydrophobic treated silica according to instructions and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Major Duties:

1. Set up, operate, and monitor equipment used for producing and packaging products.
2. Monitor batches for quality and if applicable, food safety parameters, including Critical Control Points and Control Points.
3. Record production and test data accurately and legibly.
4. Draw samples of products for quality tests.
5. Fill containers with products for sale or internal use.
6. Clean equipment, utensils, and work areas according to company procedures.
7. Promptly report all food safety, physical safety, and product quality issues.
8. Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand, sit, bend, reach, and lift for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds from above shoulder height to waist repetitively for periods of time of 60 – 90 minutes.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds repetitively for prolonged periods of time.
• From ground or waist height to above shoulder height.
• From waist height to ground (stacking bags on pallets).
• Must be able to push, pull, lift 100 pounds.
• Must be able to safely and effectively operate Powered Industrial Trucks.
• Be able to safely get on and off truck repetitively.
• Must be able to wear required Personal Protection Equipment for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to perform visual observations.

Additional Requirements:

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must pass background check and pre-employment drug test.
• Familiar with company concepts, practices and procedures.
• Must be able to perform a variety of tasks utilizing individual initiative.
• Must be able to work with peers and superiors in all departments and outside the company.
• Follow company’s food safety, chemical safety, sexual harassment, discrimination and general employee policies.
• Occasionally perform tasks not described in this position description in order to meet the needs of the company or department.

Education and Experience:

• Proficient in reading and mathematics at the high school graduate level.
• Forklift certification is preferred.

Position Specifications & Benefits:

• Full Time, Hourly, Non-exempt position.
• Medical and Dental, 401K, Life Insurance along with Short Term and Long Term Disability.
• Optional Vision and Supplemental Life Insurance.

“This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.”

Production Operator – Elkhorn

Major Function:
Manufacture and package chemical products according to instructions and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Major Duties:

1. Set up, operate, and monitor equipment used for producing and packaging products.
2. Measure, weigh, mix, and process chemical ingredients following established procedures to create finished products.
3. Monitor batches for quality and food safety parameters, including Critical Control Points and Control Points.
4. Record production, sanitation and test data accurately and legibly.
5. Draw samples of products for quality tests.
6. Fill containers with chemical products for sale or internal use.
7. Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, and work areas according to company procedures.
8. Promptly report all food safety, physical safety, and product quality issues.
9. Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment.
10. Participate in cycle counts on a batch-by-batch basis.
11. Loading and unloading trucks per our shipping and receiving policy.
12. Loading and unloading bulk tankers per our shipping and receiving policy.
13. Building cleanliness inside and outside.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 60 pounds repetitively.
• Must be able to stand, bend, and reach for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders repetitively.
• Must be able to wear required Personal Protection Equipment for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to safely and effectively operate production-related machinery including, but not limited to: forklifts, agitators, homogenizers, and drum tippers.
• Must be able to perform visual and olfactory observations.

Additional Requirements:

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must pass background check and pre-employment drug test.
• Familiar with company concepts, practices and procedures.
• Must be able to perform a variety of tasks utilizing individual initiative.
• Must be able to work with peers and superiors in all departments and outside the company.
• Follow company’s food safety, chemical safety, sexual harassment, discrimination and general employee policies.
• Occasionally perform tasks not described in this position description in order to meet the needs of the company or department.

Education and Experience:

• Proficient in reading and mathematics at the high school graduate level.
• Forklift certification is preferred.
• A minimum of two years of chemical or food processing is preferred.
• GMP and HACCP training is a plus.

Position Specifications & Benefits:

• Full Time, Hourly, Non-exempt position.
• Medical and Dental, 401K, Life Insurance along with Short Term and Long Term Disability.
• Optional Vision and Supplemental Life Insurance.

“This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.”