Materials Operator (Chemical/Batching)

About the role

KYOCERA AVX Greenville LLC is hiring a Materials Operator (Chemical/Batching) in Fountain Inn, South Carolina. The operator mixes chemicals in a production area, starts, operates, tends, stops and cleans mixing machines, and inspects products to meet high quality standards. This is a first-shift position working as part of a team under the supervision of a shift leader, with a starting salary of $18.60.

Key responsibilities

• Mix chemicals and perform physical and chemical mixing on raw materials
• Measure, grade and feed batches of raw materials into production machinery
• Operate production line equipment and report faults to maintenance or the supervisor
• Monitor the production process and carry out basic testing and quality checks
• Store goods and raw materials in a factory or warehouse
• Use lifting equipment and forklift trucks as needed
• Pack goods ready for shipment in crates and other containers
• Clean and maintain work areas and machinery
• May handle hazardous waste and chemicals

Required profile

• High school diploma minimum
• Willing and able to work with chemicals and to lift 50 lbs
• Able to follow all safety and environmental standards for the department

Required skills

• Good computer skills
• Excellent math skills
• Ability to train other operators and lead area employees with little supervision