Oil Room Formulator

Location: Hampstead, MD I Onsite

Department: Formulation

Reports To: Formulation Supervisor

Employment Type: Full-Time, 40-hrs/week, occasional overtime required

Position Summary

The Oil Room Formulator is responsible for accurately weighing and verifying ingredients, completing batch documentation, managing inventory, and operating a forklift in accordance with safety, quality, GMP, and company standards. This position maintains an organized work area, returns materials to proper stock locations, serves as a backup Lead Man and trainer, and supports continuous improvement and production goals through leadership and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

·         Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

·         Work effectively with team members and follow instructions.

·         Adhere to all safety, OSHA, GMP, SOP, and company requirements.

·         Safely lift and move up to 100 pounds.

·         Maintain a clean, organized work area and equipment.

·         Formulate 15,000 to 18,000 pounds of product daily while meeting quality and production standards.

·         Verify and use correct P.O., lot, and control numbers for all ingredients.

·         Accurately complete batch cards, production reports, and related documentation.

·         Demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and willingness to learn.

·         Apply basic math, reading comprehension, and problem-solving skills.

·         Collect and process product samples as required.

·         Stage ingredients and pallets according to production needs.

·         Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory procedures.

·         Work independently with minimal supervision.

·         Train and mentor new formulators.

·         Verify ingredient identity, appearance, and weight for accuracy.

·         Apply proper formulation sequencing and blending procedures.

·         Maintain knowledge of ingredient codes and inventory systems.

·         Complete assigned tasks safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

·         Demonstrate proficiency in both Oil Room and Formulation Room operations.

·         Serve as backup Lead Man as needed.

·         Accurately enter production and inventory data into company systems.

·         Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment safely.

·         Participate in continuous improvement and process enhancement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

·         High school diploma or GED.

·         1-5 years of related experience preferred.

·         Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds and stand for long periods of time, bending, stooping, kneeling required. 

·         Must be able to read production orders to ensure product is labeled and packed correctly. 

·         Must have the ability to move about for long periods of time.

·         Basic math, reading comprehension, and problem-solving skills.

·         Use of PPE required

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $20.00 - $23.35 - $26.70

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

THIS DESCRIPTION IS A GENERAL STATEMENT OF REQUIRED MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES PERFORMED ON A REQUIRED AND CONTINUOUS BASIS. IT DOES NOT EXCLUDE OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.

FUCHS NORTH AMERICA, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons and to administer hiring, working conditions, benefits and privileges of employment, compensation, training, appointments for advancement, including layoffs and recalls for all employees, without discrimination because of race, color, hair texture or protective style, religion, national origin, sex, age, military or veteran status (disabled veterans and Vietnam Era veterans), disability (including pregnancy) and including a need for reasonable accommodation, ancestry, personal appearance, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic status, genetic information including an individual’s refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available the results of a genetic test, marital status, matriculation, family responsibilities, association with another who is in a protected class, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. This policy extends to all employees and all aspects of the employment relationship, and all personnel are hereby directed to make all reasonable efforts to carry out the spirit and intent of the Company policy. Violations of this policy by any employee will be met with appropriate action.