Chemical Mixing Manager - M&M Service Company - Litchfield, IL

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PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

 

Under the direction of Operations Foreman, assists with overseeing all aspects of daily production in coordination with Location Manager, Customer Service Manager, and Crop Sales Specialists. 

 

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

 

Orders and maintains all bulk dry raw materials, and chemical input ingredients necessary to complete a given production period

 

Schedules production in a systematic fashion that works together with the Location Manager, Customer Service Manager and Location Salesperson

 

Counts and records inventory on a regular basis to be calculated by Location Manager

 

Creates blend sheets for loader / mixer operator based on daily production schedules for general fertilizer products as well as pesticide combination products

 

Maintains all blending and packaging equipment for safe and efficient operation

 

Coordinates, repairs and rebuilds of all blending and packaging equipment as needed with the location shop

 

Records all operational data pertaining to the maintenance of a safe working environment (dust collector, chemical inductor pressure vessels, etc.) and reports to the Location Manager when there is a deviation in acceptable levels

 

Collects and maintains product samples according to guidelines set forth on general fertilizer and pesticide combination products

 

Works together with the Location Manager in managing budgeted expenses, payroll, and overtime costs

 

Ensures subordinate company employees follow all company safety practices and procedures

 

 

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

 

May be required to serve on the location Safety Committee

 

Communicates professionally and provides optimal customer service

 

Utilizes technology and Microsoft Office programs to enhance business processes

 

Performs all other duties as assigned

 

 

REQUIREMENTS

 

Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and 2-3 years of related work experience to demonstrate the ability to provide daily leadership to all production personnel, problem-solving skills, time-management and planning skills.

 

Understanding and experience with production scheduling, inventory management, equipment maintenance, operation records, and expense control.

 

Ability to work hours other than those considered normal to meet seasonal demands.

 

Demonstrated essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

 

Continuously exposed or required to: 

• Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
• Noisy conditions
• Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures
• May be required to work at varying heights
• Confined spaces
• Lift 51-70 lbs.
• Required to push heavy objects

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