Batch Mixer

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Batch Mixer Job Description This role focuses on blending batches to produce high-quality adhesives, sealants, and coatings in a controlled manufacturing environment. You will follow detailed recipes and cookbooks, work with dry chemicals, and operate production equipment to ensure consistent, accurate, and safe batch production. Responsibilities Blend batches to produce adhesives, sealants, and coatings according to established recipes and process instructions. Follow recipe guides and cookbooks to measure, weigh, and mix raw ingredients accurately. Work with dry chemicals in a safe and controlled manner while using appropriate personal protective equipment, including a respirator. Set up machinery, hoses, and tankers to support batch mixing and production activities. Stage, gather, and organize raw materials from designated rooms and areas for production runs. Use vacuums and other equipment to move and stage products and raw materials efficiently. Perform inspections on batches, equipment, and materials to verify quality and compliance with standards. Carry out basic maintenance and upkeep of machinery and products to ensure reliable operation. Sweep workstations, clean equipment, and keep machinery and production areas free of debris. Support packaging activities such as filling, bottling, and line work as needed. Perform manual loading and other labor-intensive tasks, including heavy lifting, to support production. Operate a sit-down forklift to move materials and finished products safely around the facility. Collaborate closely with the Lead/Senior Operator to receive training, learn procedures, and master batch mixing processes. Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working around machinery, conveyors, and other production equipment. Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by maintaining an organized, efficient, and clean work area. Essential Skills At least 3+ years of experience in mixing, blending, or similar batch production work. Experience in chemical, pharmaceutical, or cosmetic manufacturing environments. Hands-on experience with packaging operations, including bottling and production line work. Proficiency in weighing and mixing materials accurately according to specified recipes. Ability to perform manual loading and labor-intensive tasks, including heavy lifting. Experience operating a sit-down forklift in a production or warehouse environment. Ability to work safely with dry chemicals while using a respirator and other protective equipment. High school diploma or GED. Ability to wear steel-toe footwear and adhere to required safety attire. Willingness and ability to work 1st shift (approximately 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) with occasional overtime and some Saturday availability. Additional Skills & Qualifications Background in batch mixing, batch making, or batch testing in a manufacturing setting. Experience following detailed recipes or cookbooks in an industrial environment. Familiarity with filling, hand-filling, and bottling processes. Comfort working with tankers, hoses, and blending equipment in a batch mixing area. Ability to learn quickly from a Lead or Senior Operator and adapt to new tasks and equipment. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality when performing inspections and maintenance. Comfort working in a smaller facility with multiple departments and collaborative workflows. Why Work Here? You will join a highly profitable organization with ambitious growth plans, including a goal to double sales over the next three years. The facility features state-of-the-art products and equipment, offering a modern environment focused on continuous improvement. Team members in labor and production roles have clear opportunities to advance into higher-level operator positions, such as press operators, blenders, and filler operators, with increased pay as they progress. The role is structured as a contract-to-hire opportunity, providing a path to long-term employment and career development. Work Environment This is a smaller, organized facility that operates in continuous improvement mode, with a clean warehouse and production floor designed to allow products to flow easily throughout. The batch mixing area includes different tankers and blending equipment, with batch mixers located in dedicated rooms. You will work with dry chemicals in a controlled setting and use respirators as part of standard safety practices. The environment involves working around machinery, conveyors, and other production departments, with regular collaboration and on-the-job training. The position is on 1st shift, typically from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with a few hours of overtime and occasional, non-mandatory Saturday work. Steel-toe footwear and appropriate safety attire are required, and you will frequently perform manual labor, heavy lifting, and forklift operation as part of daily tasks. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Alsip, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Alsip,IL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026. About Aerotek Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.