Chemical Blender Helper

Job Title:

Chemical Blender

Department: H-Room

Classification:
Full Time, Non-Exempt

Compensation: $18.00 - $21.00 (DOE)

Location:

Corona, CA

Reports to:

Batching Manager

Schedule:

Shift 1 - Monday-Friday
-5:45am- 2:30pm

Weigh Up includes calculating quantities of ingredients; weighing and measuring ingredients; performing mixing operations; recording raw material usage; transferring finished compounds to holding vessels; cleaning and sanitizing mixing and storage vessels; assuring all chemicals and products are handled and stored to avoid contamination in accordance with standard production formulation, mixing instructions, state, federal and GMP regulations.

• Set up and start all mixing tanks and blenders
• Responsible for following all safety rules, SOPs and GMP guidelines
• Obtains and understands all documentation for making batches
• Ensure correct ingredients are used for each batch. Records lot # for each ingredient
• Pumping and pouring chemicals into blend tanks in predetermined quantities
• Operates equipment (mixers, scales, meters, pumps, forklifts, etc.) safely and accurately
• Monitors raw materials used on each blend to ensure they are added correctly with accurate weights
• Ensures all raw materials returned to inventory have the correct quantity and information on containers and containers are in good condition
• Follows lab instructions regarding batch approval, adjustments, and any additional requirements
• Cleans equipment when needed
• Refers issues/problems to lead and/or supervisor
• Communicates with material handlers and managers when materials are needed, and batches are ready to pack
• Completes all paperwork and batch documentation in a timely and accurate manner
• Performs other related duties as required

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Must be able to read/comprehend written and oral instructions in English, including safety rules, operating procedures, product recipes, material identification, etc.
• Must have mathematical unit skills to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Able to perform these operations using unit weight and volume measurements
• Able to manipulate powder bags up to 100 lbs.
• Good troubleshooting skills
• Forklift experience and certification is required
• Previous experience mixing/blending chemicals