Chemical Technician

Overview

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Accurately follow directions on batch sheets, record required information
• Dispense and weigh chemicals into mixing pots to make batches
• Pack chemical products from mixing pots into 55-gal drums, 5-gal pails, 1-gal pails and smaller containers
• Move pallets of drums / materials with forklift
• Maintain / use raw materials inventory on a "first-in, first-out" basis
• Print product labels with a computer and label product containers
• Clean mixing pots
• Keep the production area neat and uncluttered
• Put chemicals back on the rack after use
• Understand the hazards of chemicals through company-provided training and read MSDSs and labels
• Wear proper personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves, safety glasses or goggles, respirators, aprons, coveralls) and follow safety procedures and rules
• Report safety concerns immediately to your supervisor, the Plant Manager or Safety Committee Member
• Strive for continuous improvement

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