Job description

BYK Additives & Instruments is one of the world’s leading suppliers in the field of additives and measuring instruments. Around the world, the additives of BYK ensure that coatings and plastics precisely obtain the desired properties and the correct quality.

We’re looking for a highly motivated, experienced Material Operator to join our production team!

• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefit plans eligible to enroll within 30 days of hire!
• Annual Merit increases, Bonuses, and 401K Discretionary company match up to 5%!
• Opportunity for advancement and training opportunities for all employees!

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow procedures for all product packaging
• Maintain organization of raw material and supply inventories
• Unload incoming raw material bulk shipments
• Load outgoing finished goods bulk shipments
• Move and stage raw materials between production and warehousing areas as directed
• Maintain inventory accuracy in warehouse and production areas of all raw materials and packaging materials
• Maintain communication with other plant personnel in regard to their job progress
• Maintain organization and neatness of plant yard
• In accordance with production schedule, supply heating shed with appropriate raw materials
• Monitor and handle hazardous waste containers in accordance with procedures
• Assist in manufacturing procedures
• Must successfully complete appropriate D.O.T. Hazmat training
• Participates in emergency response as defined in the program and training capability
• Must successfully complete RCRA training according to job function and the regulations
• Follows emergency response procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalency
• Able to accurately read and execute manufacturing procedures
• Must be able to read and write English
• Good problem-solving ability
• Strong math aptitude

Knowledge & Skills:

• Mechanical Aptitude– The ability to adeptly utilize the equipment. This includes forklifts, valves, vacuum systems, cooling/heating systems, pumps and various other items and systems
• Trainability– This skill demonstrated by how quickly and thoroughly procedures and equipment are learned
• Physical Skill– · to be able to correctly lift/move heavy objects utilizing all the best ergonomic techniques

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental Vision- Participation within the first 30 days of employment
• Company paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Competitive Bonus Potential
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO

In the ALTANA Group, you will work in a unique culture of innovation where the utmost importance is attached to promoting individual ideas and abilities as well as open, trusting interaction. ALTANA AG and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

We encourage you to apply to join our team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wallingford, CT 06492: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Chemical Manufacturing: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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