Production Technician

Production Technician - Applied Specialties Innovations

Reports To: Production Supervisor
Status: Hourly, non-exempt
Location: Beaumont, TX
Salary Range: $24.00-26.00/hr based on interview outcome and qualifications
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional FSA/HSA, 401k with 6% employer match, life and AD&D insurance, Employee Assistance Program, short & long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 21.67 days of paid time off + 10 holidays
Job Summary:
The Production Technician will be responsible for making all production batches. They will be required to operate in a safe manner at all times. Must be organized and able to follow detailed standard operating procedures and communicate effectively. The incumbent will be required to move large totes, bins, and storage containers using proper lifting tools and techniques.
Essential Job Functions:
Capable of making all production batches in either the Cationic or Anionic production areas.
Manufactures batches based on the production schedule.
Maintains accurate records of batch manufacture.
Follows lab instructions on batch adjustments.
Reports/documents any process or equipment problems (via work orders, incident reports, etc). Takes equipment/processes out of service as required.
Follows all company requirements for properly labeling in-process as well as finished goods containers.
Maintains a clean and safe work area.
Participates during inventory activities.
Unloads or loads bulk tanker trucks.
Reports all accidents and spills to the Production Supervisor.
Must be able to comply with all OSHA, EPA, and DOT compliance policies.
Must be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Basic Qualifications:
High school diploma or higher.
1-5 years of chemical production experience.
1-5 years experience welding/fabrication.
Mechanical aptitude.
Requires overall knowledge of reactors, instruments, filters, pumps, forklifts, scales, and standard test equipment and plant processes.
Familiarity with OSHA and EPA regulations as they apply to chemical plant operations; Knowledge of DOT Hazardous Material Regulations
Knowledge and familiarity with office equipment including copiers, fax, and scan equipment.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work in a detailed environment with little to no direct supervision.
Excellent communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Use of Microsoft Office products, especially Microsoft Word and Excel®.
Licensing & Special Requirements:
Incumbent is subject to a criminal background check.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
Work is primarily performed within ASI's warehouse and production area. Must be comfortable with working outdoors in varying weather conditions. This position will be expected and required to follow safety standards and wear all personal protective equipment in designated areas and while on-site. Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds is required. The incumbent should be able to pull, push, twist, balance, and move with general ease. Hiring is conditional upon background check.
Tidal Vision and ASI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.