Formulations Operator
Scotts Miracle-Gro
- Fort Madison, IA
- $28.10 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Accurately blending/mixing numerous chemicals, per product formula, to meet production line filling needs.
- Unloading tank trucks and rail cars of raw materials.
- Transferring raw materials/products as needed making sure all tankage, piping, hoses and valve arrangements are accurate.
- Making precise measurements of materials used in formulations utilizing batch check sheets to assure compliance with formula, while entering product work orders in a accurate and timely manner.
- Assuring that duties are performed safely and in compliance with applicable EHS&S requirements.
- Working closely with planning, laboratory, and operations management to assure availability of quality products.
- Maintaining accuracy of raw material and bulk products by completing end of run inventories in a timely manner.
- Maintaining PM of equipment and follow good housekeeping practices in all areas.
- Managing all plant hazardous waste streams.
- High School Diploma required.
- One year of related operations or chemical worker experience
- Math skills up to and including Algebra.
- Ability to work shifts and overtime.
- Ability to successfully complete the Formulator Training Program.
- Ability to learn and operate computer-controlled processes for record-keeping purposes.
- Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.