ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
 

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.
 

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter
 

Combo Operator

 

Functions/Responsibilities: Under the guidance of the Production Supervisor, the Combo Operator will have the ability to perform several job functions in the facility.

 

Job duties:

           

Ability to cross-train in multiple classifications and fulfill responsibilities based on department and plant needs. Required classifications are the following: 

Special Batch Mixer/Filler Batch Mixer/Filler Blending Batch Mixer/Filler UV Pumper Certified Tub Washer Ability to monitor and record indicators to ensure correct operations (pressure readings, temperature readings, agitator speeds, etc) Other duties as assigned.

 

Requirements:

 

Basic computer skills (Tablet / HMI / Scanners / Labels) Basic math skills Proficient in English (reading, writing, and comprehension) Train on and complete OJTs for all required job classifications within 18 months Maintain status and certifications in each classification.

 

Special Aptitude:

 

Ability to multi-task and perform various job duties. Ability to communicate with Supervision. Follow all work and safety procedures.

 

Physical Abilities:

 

See Form HSE 041 Physical Requirements

 

Compensation:

 

Training Hours (Approximate)

Level

Certifications

Compensation

Starting Rate

Starting

 

$22.50

160 hours

L1

Special Batch Mixer Filler

$0.75

160 hours

L2

Batch Mixer/Filler Blending

$0.50

160 hours

L3

Batch Mixer/Filler UV

$0.50

40 hours

L4

Pumper

$0.50

120 hours

L5

Certified Tub Washer

$0.30

 

Compensation rate will apply upon completion of the certifications (for example, employee must complete L2 certifications to earn L2 compensation)

 

 

Additional Notes:

 

Combo Operators can cross-train on regular time or overtime. Combo Operators must be able to train and work in all required classifications. Recommended training hours to complete OJT for each of the required classifications: Special Batch Mixer/Filler and Special Batch Mixer/Filler-Adhesive (160 hours) Batch Mixer/Filler Blending (160 hours) Batch Mixer/Filler UV (160 hours) Pumper (160 hours) Certified Tub Washer (240 hours) Combo Operators must be trained on all required certifications within 18 months. Combo Operators must follow plant guidelines to retain certifications in all classifications. Assignments to other departments will be voluntary and determined by seniority. In the absence of sufficient volunteers, required assignments will be filled by effected employees within each job classification in inverse seniority order. Subsequent assignment needs will be filled by resuming the required overtime list from the previous overtime event. Combo Operators will follow normal guidelines in their department with respect to daily and weekend overtime. Weekend work in other departments will be voluntary.

 

If an employee fails to certify in the Combo Operator position, the following will apply:

New Employee – subject to discharge Existing Employee – may return to previous Job Classification using bumping rights.

 

 

BENEFITS

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
 

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.
 

Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Sun Chemical or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed contract on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun Chemical and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.