• Reactor Operator

    Dymax Corporation (Torrington, CT)


    About Us

     

    We are only accepting applications through verified recruitment websites listing our job postings (i.e. LinkedIn, Workable, Indeed, etc). Dymax will only contact potential candidates from email addresses in @dymax.com.

     

    Bomar, part of the Bachmann Chemical & Engineering family of brands is based out of Torrington, Connecticut. With a global presence, Bomar has been a leading innovator of advanced-performance materials for UV/EB energy, light, and other free-radical cure applications. Focused on oligomer synthesis and new product development, we’re able to satisfy unique performance requirements from our global customer base of formulators which use our oligomers, resins, and additives in a variety of applications such as 3D printing, nail coatings, adhesives, industrial coatings and more.

     

    About You

     

    We’re seeking a results-focused, innovative, self-driven, and well-qualified individual to join our talented team as a Reactor Operator for our Torrington, CT, facility. Here, you will safely produce batch adhesives and oligomer formulations that meet quality, ISO, safety, and internal control standards—while also fulfilling customer expectations and ensuring lines are shipped on time (LSOT).

    You will:

    + Safely operate industrial mixing and powerlifting equipment by setting and controlling mixing parameters according to work instructions, and by using lift trucks, power jacks, and drum dollies to retrieve and replace raw materials and WIP

    + Promote warehousing and material handling best practices by safely and efficiently transferring raw materials from delivery vehicles to warehouse storage, then to reactor workstations, and finally to racking and staging areas

    + Maintain a safe, healthy, clean, ergonomic, and productive workplace by practicing safe handling procedures, using PPE as appropriate, following SDS, EH&S, and HazMat requirements, and ensuring proper storage of materials and equipment.

    + Employ best practices in inventory management by using first-in-first-out controls for raw materials, carefully and consistently recording inventory transactions, and maintaining cycle and stock counts with lot and material traceability.

    + Create robust work batches by utilizing Work Orders and SOPs, accurately measuring and processing chemical ingredients in the production of finished formulations, recording process information precisely, and taking timely actions to resolve quality concerns.

    + Reduce quality errors by investigating and identifying sources of errors, predicting future errors, and continuously improving practices and 6-sigma protocols to prevent such errors.

    + Maintain dependable Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) records by ensuring transactional accuracy through precise input entries and executing key electronic transfers and search functions.

     

    Work Schedule

     

    + Monday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

    + Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

    + Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

    + Thursday: 6:00 AM – 12 PM

    + Friday (occasional): Overtime into Friday morning as needed

    + Friday–Sunday: Typically off

    Requirements

    You should have:

    + High school diploma or equivalent; advanced credential preferred.

    More

    + 3 years of experience in material processing, batch formulations, or chemical manufacturing.

    + Proficiency with computer programs, including Inventory Management software and Microsoft Office.

    + Strong math and organizational skills.

    + Ability to lift and carry weights up to 50 lbs.

    + Hazwoper training preferred.

    + After initial training, they are capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

     

    Benefits

    Our company offers its employees:

    + Attractive salaries

    + Personal growth opportunities

    + Excellent benefits packages that include:

    + Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

    + Retirement Plan (401K)

    + Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

    + Generous Paid Time Off and Public Holidays

    + Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

    + Free uniforms and footwear

    + Training & Development

    + Tuition Reimbursement

    + Wellness Resources

     

    Salary: $23 an hour

     

    Sign-on Bonus: $500

     

    Our company takes the compensation of its employees very seriously and considers several factors when determining the total compensation package including but not limited to location, market range, skills, knowledge, experience, and abilities. The base salary range represents the low and high end of our company's salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range. The range listed is just one component of our company's total compensation packages for employees.

     

    Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, domestic violence status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.