Production Compounder- 1st and 2nd Shift

Location: Manitowoc (On-site)

• Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-3:00 PM
• Pay: Starting at $22.00/hour (may be higher based on experience)

• Schedule: Monday-Friday 3:00 PM-11:00 PM
• Pay: Starting at $22.00/hour + $1.25/hour shift premium = $23.25/hour total (may be higher based on experience)

A well-established manufacturing facility in the Manitowoc area is hiring an Entry-Level Compounder to help produce high-quality chemical intermediate and bulk products using plant process equipment-safely, accurately, and efficiently. If you enjoy hands-on work, learning a process, and working in a team environment, this could be a strong long-term opportunity.

• Assist with sanitizing and preparing equipment for production
• Blend batches (with assistance as needed) and follow manufacturing procedures
• Identify and stage correct raw materials for each batch
• Use a computer for data entry (batch info, downtime tracking, tank status)
• Use a scanner to track raw material consumption and maintain inventory accuracy
• Perform aseptic sampling of raw materials, intermediates, and bulk product
• Read and understand SDS (Safety Data Sheets)
• Maintain a clean, organized work area
• Communicate issues promptly to the Compounding Leads
• Follow all safety procedures and regulatory requirements when handling chemicals

• High school diploma / HSED or equivalent experience
• Basic math skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak English at a high school level
• Comfortable working in an environment requiring PPE and strong safety practices

• Previous manufacturing experience
• Ability to become forklift certified (required to pass certification after hire)

This role involves working around process equipment and chemicals and requires strict safety compliance. PPE may include respirators/dust masks, gloves, face shields, aprons, goggles, and steel-toed boots.
Physical work may include lifting/moving materials (including bags up to 100 lbs to waist height), handling hoses, and frequent standing, reaching, bending, and climbing as needed.

• Consistent weekday schedule
• Entry-level pathway into a skilled manufacturing environment