Job Description
Job Overview:
Large Batch Maker
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 2nd shift, (2:00 PM - 10:30 PM)
Pay Range: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour including shift premium $23.00 - $29.90 per hour.
(based on experience and qualifications)
Since 1923, Hentzen Coatings, Inc. has remained an independent, privately held company dedicated to excellence in the development and manufacture of advanced coatings. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and service has earned us recognition as a trusted partner and technology leader in the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. With nearly a century of experience, we’ve mastered the art of custom-engineering coatings to meet the unique and demanding requirements of our customers. This innovation comes to life in our state-of-the-art facilities, where talented teams collaborate to solve complex challenges and deliver cutting-edge solutions.
Position Summary
The Large Batch Maker is responsible for accurately manufacturing products by following batch tickets and standard operating procedures to check, assemble, weigh, mix, blend, and grind raw materials to meet customer specifications and quality standards. This position operates and monitors production equipment, maintains accurate documentation, performs cleaning and housekeeping activities, minimizes product loss and waste, and works collaboratively with Quality Control, Filling, and other departments to support safe, efficient, and high-quality production.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Follow batch ticket instructions and standard operating procedures to accurately manufacture products according to specifications.
- Gather, verify, and prepare required raw materials, ingredients, and equipment for production batches.
- Accurately weigh and measure ingredients using scales, meters, and other measuring devices.
- Operate, monitor, and adjust production equipment to ensure safe and efficient processing.
- Complete required production documentation, including batch tickets and production records, accurately and timely.
- Maintain continuous oversight of assigned equipment and promptly respond to process, quality, or equipment issues.
- Perform cleaning, changeovers, and housekeeping activities to maintain safe and efficient operations.
- Properly handle and dispose of hazardous waste in accordance with company procedures and training.
- Comply with all quality, safety, environmental, and company policies and procedures.
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
- Minimize product loss, contamination, waste, and rework through adherence to established procedures.
- Work cooperatively with Production, Quality Control, Filling, Maintenance, and other departments.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualification Requirements
- Preferred education level: High school diploma or equivalent.
- Preferred experience level: Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions, batch tickets, and safety procedures.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
- Basic computer and math skills, including measurement conversions.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and work independently.
- Ability to safely operate production equipment and material handling equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks (forklift certification preferred).
- Ability to identify and respond appropriately to equipment, quality, safety, and production issues.
- Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Ability to safely handle raw materials, liquids, powders, and finished products while minimizing waste and product loss.
- Basic math skills and the ability to convert various measurements (i.e., gallons to quarts, pints to gallons, etc.) required.
- The ability to use the following tools preferred: grind plate, calculator, computer, pipe wrench, large and small scrapers, Allen wrench, box knife, bung wrench, manual drum truck, cowels, sand mill, air mixer, screwdriver, and pliers.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Physical Demands
- Regularly required to communicate verbally and audibly in a manufacturing or operational setting.
- Frequently required to stand, walk, and move throughout the work area.
- Regular use of hands and fingers to handle, manipulate, and control objects, tools, or equipment.
- Required to sit, balance, stoop, and occasionally reach above shoulder level.
- Occasional operation of machinery using foot controls
- May be required to climb, balance, and reach overhead as part of job duties.
- Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 65 lbs.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Safety shoes, safety glasses, and flame-retardant uniforms or lab coats are required in production areas.
- Respirators and ear plugs are required for specific production processes.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package.
- Generous PTO policy
- 401(k) Employer Match: We match employee contributions up to 8% of eligible compensation.
- Profit Sharing: Discretionary annual contribution based on company performance.
- Employee referral bonus program
- Monthly employee food trucks
- …and much more!
At Hentzen, you’ll find more than a job—you’ll discover an opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact. If you’re ready to join a company known for its heritage of innovation and dedication to its people, we invite you to explore a rewarding career with us.
Please send your resume to:
Hentzen Coatings, Inc.
Attn: Human Resources
6937 W. Mill Road
Milwaukee, WI 53218
or
APPLY ONLINE AT:
Hentzen Coatings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
All candidates are subject to post-offer testing: including a job-related pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check.
M-F: 2nd Shift
2:00 PM - 10:30 PM
