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JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY: • Production Technician in the Synthomer Inc. Chemical Manufacturing Plant located in Mogadore, Ohio. • $23.81/hr to start. • Cleaning of chemical plant equipment and packaging of finished products. • Shift work - based on seniority - 40 hrs/week. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Miscellaneous cleaning including, but not limited to, tanks, tank cars, polymerization vessels. • Use fork truck to transfer pallets containing bags of raw materials to mezzanine. • Record basic data in written and/or electronic format. • Transfer product through proper lines by identifying correct line and completing hookups. • Visually check lines, connections, and bleed off valves before, during and after transfer. • Accurately package and label product in totes and drums. • Know tank capacities for work area. • Transfer finished product to various packaging. • Support compliance efforts – RCMS, ISO, PSM, OSHA, etc. • Manage time to effectively perform multiple job tasks safety and accurately. • Immediately notify Supervisor of any problems. • Must have good written and oral communication skills to Communicate with various levels of individuals throughout the organization. • Complete logs, batch sheets, and other required paperwork. • SAP transactions, shift relief, shift logs. • Attend meetings as required • Attend training as required. • Must be able to work overtime as needed. • Must be able to work various shifts, including off shift or swing shift as required. • Follow all EHS policies and procedures. • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in the areas of Safety, Quality, Cost, and Production. • Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: • High school diploma or equivalent - 2 years’ experience in manufacturing a plus. • Pride and ownership in work; positive attitude is a must. • Average to above average skill level in the following areas: Reading, Applied Mathematics, Applied Technology, Locating Information, Observation, Teamwork. • Able to handle up to fifty (50) pounds and physical dexterity to assemble and operate polymerization reactors. • Ability to follow instructions, record data. • Must be able to effectively communicate with co-workers. • Motivated to learn new tasks, new concepts, new applications, etc. • Working knowledge of computer applications (Word, Excel, E-Mail). • Ability to work at heights and walk on grating. • Work in various climates (indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions). • Stand and walk throughout assigned shift. • Must be able to wear a respirator and other required PPE. • Must be able to meet physical requirements of position. • Familiar with ISO-9001 and Process Safety Management a plus. SYN2 Why Synthomer? We are ambitious! We have grown significantly – both organically and inorganically. We are a FTSE 250 listed company, 22% of our revenue comes from newly commercialized products, and we’re recognized in the top-quartile for chemicals manufacturing safety. We believe in high challenge, high support! We are keen to let you contribute in real roles from day 1. We expect a lot, but offer a lot, too. This includes onboarding, induction and learning events, networking opportunities, mentoring and personal development planning. So, be up for an inspiring long-term career adventure. We personalize our approach to development! At Synthomer, you won't find generic career tracks or development programs but rather a one-size-fits-one approach to employee development. We'll partner with you to ensure you have the right experiences that build your capabilities and accelerate your career growth.