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JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

• Production Technician in the Synthomer Inc. Chemical Manufacturing Plant located in Mogadore, Ohio.

• $23.81/hr to start.

• Cleaning of chemical plant equipment and packaging of finished products.

• Shift work - based on seniority- 40 hrs/week.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Miscellaneous cleaning including, but not limited to, tanks, tank cars, polymerization vessels.

• Use fork truck to transfer pallets containing bags of raw materials to mezzanine.

• Record basic data in written and/or electronic format.

• Transfer product through proper lines by identifying correct line and completing hookups.

• Visually check lines, connections, and bleed off valves before, during and after transfer.

• Accurately package and label product in totes and drums.

• Know tank capacities for work area.

• Transfer finished product to various packaging.

• Support compliance efforts- RCMS, ISO, PSM, OSHA, etc.

• Manage time to effectively perform multiple job tasks safety and accurately.

• Immediately notify Supervisor of any problems.

• Must have good written and oral communication skills to Communicate with various levels of individuals throughout the organization.

• Complete logs, batch sheets, and other required paperwork.

• SAP transactions, shift relief, shift logs.

• Attend meetings as required

• Attend training as required.

• Must be able to work overtime as needed.

• Must be able to work various shifts, including off shift or swing shift as required.

• Follow all EHS policies and procedures.

• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in the areas of Safety, Quality, Cost, and Production.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent- 2 years' experience in manufacturing a plus.

• Pride and ownership in work; positive attitude is a must.

• Average to above average skill level in the following areas: Reading, Applied Mathematics, Applied Technology, Locating Information, Observation, Teamwork.

• Able to handle up to fifty (50) pounds and physical dexterity to assemble and operate polymerization reactors.

• Ability to follow instructions, record data.

• Must be able to effectively communicate with co-workers.

• Motivated to learn new tasks, new concepts, new applications, etc.

• Working knowledge of computer applications (Word, Excel, E-Mail).

• Ability to work at heights and walk on grating.

• Work in various climates (indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions).

• Stand and walk throughout assigned shift.

• Must be able to wear a respirator and other required PPE.

• Must be able to meet physical requirements of position.

• Familiar with ISO-9001 and Process Safety Management a plus.

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Why Synthomer?

We are ambitious!

We have grown significantly - both organically and inorganically. We are a FTSE 250 listed company, 22% of our revenue comes from newly commercialized products, and we're recognized in the top-quartile for chemicals manufacturing safety.

We believe in high challenge, high support!

We are keen to let you contribute in real roles from day 1. We expect a lot, but offer a lot, too. This includes onboarding, induction and learning events, networking opportunities, mentoring and personal development planning. So, be up for an inspiring long-term career adventure.

We personalize our approach to development!

At Synthomer, you won't find generic career tracks or development programs but rather a one-size-fits-one approach to employee development. We'll partner with you to ensure you have the right experiences that build your capabilities and accelerate your career growth.