Formulation / Chemical Operator - 1st Shift

Grow a Better Tomorrow with Nufarm.

We know that growing is about more than just crops and cultivation. It’s about sunshine and rain, early mornings and hard work. It can be frustratingly unpredictable but also wonderfully uplifting. More than anything, it’s about people. Nufarm is the dependable partner behind thousands of agricultural success stories. Every day, growers around the world turn to our products and our people to help with the challenges of fighting disease, weeds and pests, and to increase crop yields.

How can you grow with Nufarm?

As a Formulation / Chemical Operator in Greenville, MS on 1st shift, 6:00am - 4:30pm, will be responsible for carrying out tasks associated with the safe manufacture of formulated batches in processing materials according to standard operating procedures (SOP’s) to produce products that meet Nufarm quality standards. At times there will be a requirement to also carry out tasks associated with the packaging of those batches. The Formulation / Chemical Operator may also direct and coordinate, with the direction of the shift Supervisor, activities of contract-labor employees The Formulation / Chemical Operator will perform the following duties personally or through the direction of the shift Supervisor in delegating to appropriate subordinates.

What will you be doing?

The duties and responsibilities of the Formulation / Chemical Operator include, but are not limited to:

· Following policies and procedures (SOPs) as written.

· Ensuring that products produced meet Nufarm quality standards and that they are produced at rates so as to meet scheduled demands.

· Inspecting production equipment to ensure operability and informing supervision of corrective actions to ensure that scheduled products will be formulated and packaged per the schedule.

· Ensuring that housekeeping standards are always visitor ready in all areas.

· Weighing and staging of raw materials for use in formulation.

· Assuring neat and accurate records, labels and all other paperwork associated with the formulation tasks.

· Ability to rotate to work at different areas throughout the process (charging, weighing, milling, packaging, etc.).

· Provides a floor presence while observing workers and provides immediate feedback regarding compliance with quality, safety and performance standards.

· Reviews production schedules on a daily basis and takes proactive measures to ensure their completion. This includes recommendations to modify the schedule and/or manning as appropriate.

· Assist in the training of casual and/or new employees.

What do you bring?

High School or equivalent education. Basic math skills and ability to make basic equipment adjustments.

If you want to be a part of a thriving, supportive environment and are inspired by the prospect of being a part of something bigger, we’d love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. All employment decisions are decided based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We are committed to building an inclusive environment for all Nufarm employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.30 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 48 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Greenville, MS 38703: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18