Production Associate/Machine Operator

Job Description

Position: Mixing Operator

Position Overview

The Mixer is responsible for manufacturing ink and related fluids by following the formulation sheets provided. The quality of the formulated product should match the specifications as provided by the recipe.

General Job Description

The Mixer will follow the recipe instructions meticulously, adding the ingredients in the appropriate sequence and mixing in accordance with the required steps. The Mixer must be skilled in weighing and measuring components. The finished product should be able to pass all the quality tests and move into the filling areas for further processing. The Mixer is responsible for organizing and gathering the raw materials prior to producing a batch and is also required to put the remaining inventory back and away in an organized fashion when finished.

Qualifications

Experience in basic Machine Operating/Assembly preferred.

Ability to collaborate well with other team members.

Meticulous and proactive individual who works effectively and efficiently with limited supervision.

Must maintain a positive and respectful attitude while working independently and in a team environment with limited supervision.

Ability to stand up to 9 hours a day while frequently bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, pushing, and pulling of products.

Ability to lift up to 50-pound bags of material.

Must follow all safety rules while executing their jobs efficiently.

Basic math skills

Good written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

Manufacture fluids by following formulas

Prepare mixer by weighing and loading raw materials into mixer

Monitor the mixing process. Perform routine product tests as outlined in the formula

Complete necessary job paperwork, checklists, and forms

Keep supervisor and material handler informed of inventory levels of materials

Work safely, quickly, and efficiently, complete job tasks as assigned on time.

Maintain a neat, clean, and organized work area.

Engage in problem solving to support continuous improvement and cost savings.

Support team in the mixing department

Please note job duties may change at any time due to business needs and assignments.

Benefits

· Health Insurance

· PTO

· (10) paid holidays

· 401k – dollar for dollar matching up to 6%.

· STD, LTD, Life insurance, all available after meeting qualifications

· Bonus plan

· Tuition Reimbursement

Salary will be commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications.

Company Overview

Speedball Art Products Company is a leader in the art industry, marketing, manufacturing, and distributing high quality art supplies to artists, educators, students, and crafters throughout the world. The Speedball pen nib has been around since 1899, and Speedball has been an independent art supply company since 1997. Speedball is a lean, entrepreneurial enterprise that has been growing consistently and plans to continue to do so. Speedball invests heavily in its human resources and believes that its success is dependent upon the quality and passion of its people and their ability to work effectively together as a team. We service national chains like Michael’s, Hobby Lobby, Staples, ship to over (60) countries and source materials around the globe. Current Speedball ink and paint formulations are targeted towards screen-printing, block-printing, calligraphy, ceramic, and adhesive categories.

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Speedball Art Products, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities, who will enhance the quality of service and contribute to the Company’s success. We are committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, appreciated, and free to fully express their human potential. Speedball Art Products strongly believes that diversity drives meritocracy and brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increases the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and shareholders. Speedball Art Products bases its decisions on principles of equality, with evaluations based on the type of position and with a focus on best practices so individuals succeed based on their efforts and skills and their alignment with applicable job requirements.

Full-time