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Encapsys Chemical Operator at Milliken and Company Portage, WI

Carlsbad Tech, Portage, Wisconsin, United States, 53901

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Overview Encapsys Chemical Operator job at Milliken and Company. Portage, WI.

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram and .

Responsibilities

Safe handling of equipment and materials understanding the hazards and proper utilization of PPE

Maintain on time production schedule by coordinating daily activities

Accurate and timely completion of tasks and documentation

Effective communication with team members and management

Work overtime to cover vacancies/vacations and meet Customer requirements, including weekends

Promote teamwork by assisting others where and when needed

Train new or less experienced team members

Cross train to other processes and positions for business continuity and flexibility

Operate equipment in accordance with SOPs

Observe, adjust, and monitor equipment to ensure safety, quality, and efficient operation

Complete manual operations as required by the process

Document process critical data timely and accurately

Issue materials and complete orders in Deacom

Maintain 5S standards

Participate in continuous improvement efforts

Perform basic care, housekeeping and maintenance of equipment and work area

Communicate operational needs within team and with management

Attend all plant meetings and complete all trainings on time

Carry out additional duties as assigned

Ability to occasionally push, pull and carry up to 50 pounds

Ability to wear a respirator as required by the task being performed or chemical safety data sheets

Work safely around and appropriately handle hazardous chemicals around plant

Safety

– Adhere to all plant safety policies and compliance regulations. Actively participate in the safety process through completing safety audits, participating in safety projects, identifying site hazards and contributing to safety improvements, and being an attending member of a safety team. Complete annual safety training as required.

Quality

– Become familiar with, understand and comply with Milliken Quality Policy, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), relevant ISO 9000 standards and Company Policies that are applicable to this position.

Responsible Care

– Be aware of RC-14001 requirements and follow plant procedures to ensure compliance. Understand Significant Aspects of your job and help ensure controls reduce negative impacts. Take actions to minimize waste, prevent pollution and conserve energy.

Hazardous Waste Handling

– All associates who handle hazardous waste shall be given an overview of regulations and company policies. Detailed instruction on handling, collecting, labeling, and transporting hazardous waste as outlined in RCRA and OSHA regulations. Includes spill notification and response procedures.

Environmental, Health, Safety & Security Responsibilities

Understand the relevant requirements of the Responsible Care Management System (RCMS) and RC-14001 certification.

Conformance to Environmental, Safety and Responsible Care Policies and RCMS requirements.

Identify significant environmental impacts and help implement controls to reduce negative effects.

Understand potential consequences of deviation from operating procedures.

Immediately report accidents and releases per the escalation protocol.

Comply with all environmental, health, safety, and security rules and programs.

Recognize that adherence to EHS responsibilities is a condition of employment.

Contribute to continuous improvement of plant EHS and RC performance.

Qualifications – Required

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for actions

Customer Oriented – Ability to meet or exceed customers’ needs while following company procedures

Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to all details of a project or task and to perform work accurately

Tactful – Ability to show consideration for and maintain good relations with others

Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete tasks under stressful situations

Honesty/Integrity – Ability to be truthful and credible

Flexibility – Ability to adapt to change while maintaining a positive attitude

The successful candidate will have strengths in the following:

Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred

Experience with Microsoft software applications; keyboarding proficiency and general computer knowledge/experience preferred

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact TalentAcquisition@milliken.com.

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