Mixing Technician- Material Handler

Job Summary

Mix materials by prescribed bills-of-material for all presses in operation in such a manner as to ensure full traceability of materials throughout the process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that molding materials are supplied in adequate quantity to provide for uninterrupted operation of the molding process.
• Complete all necessary documentation to:
• Supply adequate lot verification and acceptability to satisfy Quality Assurance requirements.
• Record accurate information at color changes such as return-to-stock items and transfers using the RF gun.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness in the work areas to minimize the possibility of contamination of raw material.
• Mix special blends of materials at the request of engineering or manufacturing management as needed.
• Remove all resin and concentrate from the Quarantine Area when it has been approved. Locate in its proper place using the RF gun.
• Perform PM's on all equipment associated with Mixing in the MP2 program.
• Assist in the taking of physical inventories as needed.
• Preventative maintenance of tools.
• Assist in the setting of tooling and applying auxiliary equipment to tooling.
• Perform color changes.
• Be able to operate MP2, SAP, G2, Mattec and Word programs proficiently and pull up reports for these programs as needed.
• Actively participate and comply with all West HSE programs and regulations.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work environment in accordance with West 5S program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• High School Diploma Or equivalent required

Work Experience

• Minimum 1 year of mixing experience is preferred.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have current or previous forklift experience
• Must have good communication skills
• Must have excellent attention to detail

License and Certifications

• Manufacturing\Forklift Certification within 30 Days preferred

Travel Requirements

None: No travel required

Physical Requirements

Medium-Exerting up to 50lb/22kg of force occasionally and/or up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or up to 10lbs/4kgs of force constantly to move objects.

Shift

First Shift: Monday - Friday 7.30am-4pm