Batcher
- Cambridge, ON, Canada
$25 CAD / hour · Full-time
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- Pay
- $25 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
The Batcher is instrumental in the manufacturing process of all chemicals from start to finish. Responsibilities include receiving raw materials, material handling and moving of product within the plant to the machines and batching of products from start to finish. The Batcher ensures that both safety and quality are paramount.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Key Accountabilities
Receiving and Material Handling
- Receive raw materials and store and use raw material using F.I.F.O
- Match documentation with information on physical raw materials
- Select raw materials from stock to supply the tanks
- Verify materials and quantities needed according to production order for the batch
- Work with secondary batcher to properly mix the chemicals according to the formula
- Upon completion of the cycle provide a sample QA
- If required modify the batch per QA specs
- Clean the tanks according to chemicals used for batch
- Assist in all other tasks in department as needed including filling in for attendance vacancies
- Help maintain clean and tidy work areas in batching and within the manufacturing facility
- Communicate any shortages or issues with materials to the Production Manager
- Follow Health & Safety guidelines and other Standard Operating Procedures
- Work in a safe manner and strive for zero work related incidents
- Understand and follow safety practices/procedures and WHMIS
- Operate Reach Truck and Tow Motor in accordance with training certification guidelines.
- Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Required to pass respirator fit testing and comply with the respirator policy
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous hands-on experience working in a manufacturing environment
- 2+ years of demonstrated experience in a similiar chemical batching or compounding role preferred
- Previous Forklift, Reach Truck and TDG certification
- Strong understanding of Health & Safety best practices related to Receiving, Warehouse and Manufacturing environments, with knowledge of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS)
- Basic reading and math skills coupled with strong attention to detail
- Ability to communicate effectively, & positively express and identify problems to the Production Supervisor
- Adaptable with the willingness to move to different areas of the manufacturing process as needed
- The position works within the manufacturing and warehouse areas. The environment at times may be noisy and hot during summer months. There is regular exposure to scents from chemicals.
- Physical demands of the position require standing, and moving product, including physically moving product using push/pulling force and frequent lifting of product. Concentration is needed in operating batching machinery, Tow Motor and other equipment.
Hourly Rate: $25
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: Registered retirement savings plan with employer contributions; health and dental benefits with a health savings account, company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; paid time off, including 12 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 4 weeks annually prorated with the first year, 5 paid sick days annually or as provided under employment legislation laws, and an employee assistance program that includes paid counseling sessions and legal services.
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More about this job
Responsibilities
Receive, store, and move raw materials, then batch and mix chemicals according to production orders and formulas, provide samples for quality assurance, and clean tanks. Support manufacturing operations by maintaining clean work areas, communicating material issues, and following safety procedures while operating material-handling equipment.
Requirements
A high school diploma or equivalent and hands-on manufacturing experience are required; at least two years of chemical batching or compounding experience is preferred. Candidates should have strong safety and GHS knowledge, basic reading and math skills, attention to detail, effective communication, and relevant forklift, reach truck, or TDG certifications.
Skills
- Chemical Batching
- Chemical Compounding
- Raw Material Handling
- Inventory Management
- First-In, First-Out (FIFO)
- Production Order Verification
- Chemical Mixing
- Quality Assurance Sampling
- Batch Adjustment
- Tank Cleaning
- Forklift Operation
- Reach Truck Operation
- Tow Motor Operation
- Workplace Health And Safety
- WHMIS
- Globally Harmonized System (GHS)
Benefits
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan With Employer Contributions
- Health Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- Health Savings Account
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Days
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Counseling Sessions
- Legal Services
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Manufacturing
- Logistics
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Chemical Manufacturing
- Chemical Batching
- Chemical Compounding
- Raw Materials
- Material Handling
- FIFO
- Production Orders
- Chemical Formulas
- Quality Assurance
- Batch Modification
- Tank Cleaning
- Manufacturing
- Warehouse Operations
- Forklift
- Reach Truck
- Tow Motor
- TDG Certification
- WHMIS
- Globally Harmonized System (GHS)
- Health And Safety
- Respirator Fit Testing
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Inventory Management