2nd Shift Chemical Batcher

Job Description

Job Description

About Us :

Nature’s Specialties is a leader in the pet grooming industry that manufactures a variety of products for professional groomers including shampoos, conditioners, and other coat care products.

Position Overview

Chemical batchers compound chemicals following specific formulations to create finished products for bottling & packaging.

They operate and maintain compounding equipment such as large mixing kettles and work with other team members to meet weekly production goals.

Shift Schedule : The position will begin on 1st shift (6 : 00 AM to 2 : 00 PM), Monday through Friday. After successfully completing a 4-6 week training period , the candidate will transition to 2nd shift (2 : 00 PM to 10 : 30 PM), Monday through Friday.

We value your commitment and offer a competitive starting wage of $25 / hour during training, with a pay raise to $26-$28 / hour when you transition to 2nd shift.

What you’ll be doing

• Review batch specifications for finished products and identify, gather and weigh all necessary raw chemicals required to make various products
• Accurately identify over 200 different chemical names and their respective abbreviations
• Properly wash empty drums (approx. 20 lbs. when empty), as needed to prep for re-fill
• Perform clean up duties following each batch process
• Clean batching kettles in between product batches
• Safely lift and maneuver drums at full capacity (400 500 lbs.) using dollies and pallet jacks
• Follow workplace safety policies and guidelines
• Perform other duties and responsibilities that are reasonable and consistent with such positions as assigned
• Any other duties needed to help drive to our Vision, fulfill our Mission, and abide by our Company’s values

Is this role for you?

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing facility
• Positive can-do attitude
• Forklift certification a plus
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds from the floor, unassisted, continuously throughout the day
• Ability to push & pull pallets weighing 425-2800lbs with a manual pallet jack
• Detail, result, and deadline oriented with a professional demeanor
• Flexibility in adapting to rapidly changing priorities
• Strong communication & organizational skills with the ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to show up and be on time to scheduled shifts
• Production environment. Extended periods of sitting and standing in non-climate-controlled area
• Must demonstrate strong attention to detail
• Must maintain a safe and clean work area
• Must be able to work Mon-Fri 2 : 00 pm to 10 : 30 pm
• Ability to show up and be on time to scheduled shifts
• Some overtime hours may be required
• Compensation based on experience

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 2 years of related experience

What’s in it for me?

• Friendly and supportive culture with team member appreciation events
• Open-door policy
• Hybrid workweek
• Competitive pay
• Health and welfare benefits
• Pet discount program
• Supplemental insurance options including long and short-term disability and EAP
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off.
• Continuous training and growth opportunities

If you require alternative methods of application or screening, please contact us directly.

Candidates must pass pre-employment background checks and drug screen. We are a fair chance employer; prior backgrounds will not automatically disqualify you from employment with us.

Team members are hired to perform important functions. Attendance and availability are considered essential job functions and as with any group effort, operating effectively takes cooperation and commitment from everyone.

Therefore, attendance and punctuality are very important. Team members are expected to complete their full shift. Unnecessary absences and lateness are expensive, disruptive and place an unfair burden on fellow team members, Supervisors and Managers.

We expect excellent attendance from all team members. Excessive absenteeism or tardiness will result in disciplinary action up to and including discharge.

We comply with the ADA and consider reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants / team members to perform essential functions of the job.

Nature’s Specialties / Nexus Brands Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or another other characteristics protected by law.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.