Chemical Blending Operator - DAYS

About this position

At Henkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day. If you love challenging the status quo, join our community of over 47.000 pioneers around the globe. Our teams at Henkel Consumer Brands continuously drive the evolution in dynamic categories: Laundry & Home Care and Hair. With our trusted brands, including Persil and Schwarzkopf, our cutting-edge technologies and our disruptive solutions, you will have countless opportunities to explore new paths and develop your skills. Grow within our future-led businesses, our diverse and vibrant culture and find a place where you simply belong. All to leave your mark for more sustainable growth.
Dare to make an impact? 

This role offers 12-hour shifts with the potential for overtime, as needed. The individual selected for this role will be assigned to one of two DAY shifts:

• Shift 24 - Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Alternating Wednesdays from 6:45AM to 7PM
• Shift 25 - Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Alternating Wednesdays from 6:45AM to 7PM

What you´ll do

If you have a passion for leadership, manufacturing, and creating a positive work environment, then Henkel has the job for you! The Chemical Blending Operator operates mixers, pre-mixers, tanks, and other blending equipment, as well as monitors the process to blend raw materials into liquid soap.

• Operates mixers, pre-mixers, and blending equipment to produce liquid soap.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Safe handling of all chemicals in compliance with OSHA standards.
• Immediately reports any chemical or other spills, and follows related procedures, quarantine procedures, and clean-up procedures.
• Always Understands and follows the Sanitation Program, including the preparation of sanitation solutions, proper sanitation procedures for mixers and pre-mixers, tanks, and totes.
• Understands the fluid flow from raw material storage tanks to mixers and pre-mixers.
• Transfers finished product from mixers and pre-mixers to storage tanks and between storage tanks, following all related policies and procedures.
• Knows and follows Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in the manufacture of safe, hygienic product.
• Follow instructions, recipes, and PI sheets to accurately make a batch using proper sequence of chemical addition.
• Troubleshoots issues to ensure quality batches and proper functioning of equipment.
• Follows escalation process to report broken or leaking equipment.
• Reworks batches, as needed, to avoid product waste.
• Accurately records data on batch sheets, batch logs, wastewater logs, and in the logbook.
• Maintain stock levels of non-bulk items in proper storage area.
• Maintain salt levels in the brine tanks.
• Conducts various tests following procedures including PH testing and hardness testing of the soft water system.
• Complete required cleaning duties for the process area and all liquids process equipment.
• Attends hazardous chemical seminars, as required.
• Effectively operates the wastewater system.
• Maintains a clean, safe, sanitary, and problem-free process operation.
• Regularly conduct and participate in shift turnover discussion.
• Regularly attend, listen, and participate in team meetings and end-of-shift meetings.

What makes you a good fit

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must have at least 2-3 years of experience as a machine operator in a production environment.
• Blending and batch mixing experience is preferred.
• A Chemistry background is preferred.
  
• Must have basic to intermediate computer and math skills.
• Must be well organized with a high attention for detail.
• Must have the ability to learn quickly.
• Must have the ability to adapt and pivot quickly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
• Must be an effective communicator, both verbally and in writing, with the ability to adapt your communication style to different audiences, including active listening, clear presentation skills, and the capacity to provide and receive feedback.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
  

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for up to 12 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Annual performance bonus
• Employee recognition and referral programs
• Career development and progression opportunities to include tuition assistance and student loan repayment
• Affordable healthcare plans; 401(k) matched by employer and additional contribution
• Family benefits including fertility support, fully paid parental leave, caregiver services
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off - sick time, vacation time, holiday time

There is a $1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS for this role. The hourly range for this role is $23.23 - $32.36. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position.  We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range.  This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and other legally protected characteristics. We welcome all applications.

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