Job Description

**Company Overview **

Meridian Adhesives Group is a rapidly growing, full service global adhesive solutions provider, specializing in adhesive technologies used in electronics, industrial, and infrastructure applications. Fueled by a series of strategic acquisitions since its formation in 2018, Meridian has established itself as an adhesive technology leader for a broad, global, blue-chip customer base comprised of OEMs, distributors, and industrial clients with an expanding global footprint.

**Job Title: **Batch Maker ** Department:** Production

Last Reviewed: June 2023

Levels:

• Batch Maker I: The ability to blend simple batches unsupervised.
• Batch Maker II: Minimum of 3 years of chemical blending experience, and ability to operate vacuum mixers.
• Batch Maker III: 5+ years of chemical blending experience, and ability to operate vacuum mixers and three roll milling machines.

Job Summary

The batch makers are responsible for mixing the raw chemical materials to create our products.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Stages and manually charges necessary raw materials into mixing container.

• Follow batch work instructions to manufacture quality products.

• Monitors and controls mixing equipment and other instruments to make sure that a batch is produced according to work instructions.

• Adjust a batch under QC guidance until it is approved.

• Follows manufacturing schedule and works with Supervisor regarding any potential improvements or concerns.

• Cleanup work area to company standards.

• Ensure work area is safe, clean, and free of hazards, communicate all spills or other hazards immediately to a supervisor.

• Comply with all PPE standards.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities

• Basic math skills.

• Ability to operate high-speed dispersers and other handling equipment.

• Ability to read digital scales.

Education & Experience

• Chemical manufacturing experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements

- Prolonged periods of sitting and standing.

Ability to lift 50-60 pounds.

Information & Compensation & Benefits

Location: Billerica, MA

Schedule: 1st

7:30 A.M- 4:00 P.M M-F

Pay: This position has a salary range of $22.00-$26.00. The above range represents the expected salary range for this position. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic location

**Bonus Pay: **Meridian offers an incentive plan for 2025 focused on safety, quality, and financial metrics. Eligible employees have the opportunity to earn up to $1,520 a year, with earned payments distributed quarterly throughout the year.

**Benefits: **

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account Plans
• Retirement Plan with company contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off plan increasing based on seniority
• 11 Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Paid Volunteer Day
• Employee Assistance Program

**Why Join US **

Meridian is a leading name in the adhesives industry, renowned for delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to clients worldwide. Guided by our core values - Safety & Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Accountability, and Teamwork - we are driven to make a meaningful impact in everything we do. When you join Meridian, you become part of a dynamic team that values diverse perspectives, fosters professional growth, and encourages bold ideas. We’re committed to creating a supportive environment where you can thrive, grow, contribute to groundbreaking projects, and help shape the future of our industry.

Check out our website!

https://meridianadhesives.com/careers/

You should be proficient in:

• Compounder
• Mixing
• batching
• chemical manufacturing