Encapsys Chemical Operator

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Date: Aug 4, 2026

Location: Portage, WI, US, 53901

Company: Milliken and Company

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations.

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The Chemical Operator is responsible forthe set up and operation of production equipment in their assigned production area used to produce microencapsulated products in a safe and efficient manner. The roleutilizesboth automated and manual systems to add raw materials,initiate and monitor the process to transform the raw materials into finished product. Several actions require manual operator actions that include obtaining samples for testing, manual material additions, and documentation of critical process steps.

Safe handling of equipment and materials understanding the hazards and properutilizationof PPE

Maintain on time production schedule by coordinating daily activities

Accurate andtimelyin completion of tasks and documentation

Effective communication with team members and management

Work overtime to cover vacancies/vacations and meet Customer requirements, including weekends

Promote teamwork byassistingotherwhere and when needed

Train new or less experienced team members

Cross train to other processes and positions for business continuity and flexibility

Operateequipmentin accordance withSOP’s

Observe, adjust, andmonitorequipment to ensure safety, quality, and efficient operation

Complete manual operations as required by the process

Document process critical datatimelyand accurately

Issue materials and complete orders in Deacom

Maintain 5S standards

Participate in continuous improvement efforts

Perform basic care, housekeeping and maintenance of equipment and work area

Communicate operational needs within team and with management

Attend all plant meetings and complete alltrainingson time

Carry outadditionalduties as assigned

Ability to occasionally push, pull and carry up to50 pounds

Ability to wear a respirator as required by the task being performed or chemical safety data sheets.

Work safely around and appropriately handle hazardous chemicals around plant.

SAFETY – Adhere to all plant safety policies and compliance regulations. Activelyparticipatein the safety process throughcompleting ofsafety audits,participating in safety projects,identifying

SiteHazardsand contributing to safety improvements, and being an attending member of a safety team. Complete annual safety training as required.

QUALITY – Become familiar with,understandandcomply with Milliken Quality Policy, Standard Operating Procedure(s) (SOPs), relevant ISO 9000standardsand Company Policies thatare applicable to this position.

a. Be aware of the relevant requirements of the Responsible Care Management System (RC-14001) and follow plant procedures to ensure compliancetorequirements.

b. Understand the RC-14001 Significant Aspects of your job and help ensure controls are in place to reduce oreliminatenegative impacts.

c. Take actions andidentifyand communicate ideas to minimize waste, preventpollutionand conserve energy.

All associates who handle hazardous waste shall be given an overview of the regulations and company policiesregardingthe management of hazardous waste. The hazardous waste handlers shall receive detailed instruction on the proper handling, collecting, labeling, and transporting of hazardous waste as outlined in RCRA and OSHA regulations. Instructions shall also include whom to notify in case of a spill and proper procedures for spill response.

Educational requirements…