Coating Compounder

Job Summary:

The purpose of the Coating Compounder is to be responsible for keeping latex mixed and ready for use. Confer with supervisor for proper mix to make.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Receive chemicals, etc. as they are delivered. Ready tanks for filling and sign receiving forms. Unload filler truck. Should know how to set scales for different ingredients. Measure viscosity at the final of each mix. Add thickener to obtain the correct reading. Transfer latex mixing tank to storage and on to coater. Confer with supervisor about schedules, improper mixtures, ingredients, etc. Advise need for chemicals. Keep all areas clean. Assist in cleaning of tanks when necessary. Know the principles of the mixing panel and how to operate to give proper mixture. Gauge each storage tank when necessary for inventory. Performance Expectations (if applicable): Lifting is required of buckets weighing approximately 40 lbs twice per shift. Standing is required 1/3 of shift. Reaching is required for wrenches, valves, blender, controls, etc. approximately 60 times per shift. Stooping is required approximately 15 times per shift for intervals of 1 minute. Bending is required to turn valves, check tanks and pumps approximately 15 times per shift. Must be able to use hand trucks approximately 5 times per shift. Must be able to use wrenches approximately 25 times per shift.

Experience/Education Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Must be able to read and write and do basic addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication. Computer knowledge or data entry skills are a necessary part of the job. Must be able to operate a lift truck and complete necessary lift truck training.

Other Requirements:

Overtime is required on occasion. All accidents must be reported immediately. Perform any other duties as assigned. Safety equipment must be worn as required and requirements must be followed for all areas. Report to management any quality, safety, or potential problems encountered while performing the job. Responsible for quality and safety of his/her own output.