Dispensing Technician I - 1st

Dispensing Technicians are responsible for tracking, staging and dispensing chemicals which are used in the production of our products. You will monitor inventory transactions and maintain good documentation In this role you will unload tank trucks of raw materials and finished goods as well as transporting materials to and from storage and designated work areas.

The purpose of the Dispensing Technician is to ensure that all raw materials used in the making of our product are transferred and/or dispensed in the correct amount at the correct time in accordance with established operating procedures. These actions are performed using approved methods and chemicals and in a manner consistent with GOJO safety goals and/or policies, and complies fully with all applicable current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) requirements.

This position fulfills a pivotal role; ensuring GOJO maintains the highest standards in the production of our products

• Assemble/Stage/Deliver Batch Kits (work order required materials).
• Dispense chemical raw materials per established SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Transfer chemicals from original containers to appropriately selected secondary containers.
• Weighing, unloading, and processing tankers according to established standard operating procedures.
• Utilize ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) tool systems to accomplish daily work assignments and tasks per cGMP and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Move material in and out of storage and receiving areas in the chemical warehouse using the FIFO (First in/First out) method and safely transport chemicals throughout the facility.
• Prevent contamination of any raw material chemicals through proper selection of clean and sanitized utensils, containers, proper closure, transport, and segregation of materials and through continuous attention to cleanliness and housekeeping.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation and data entry for all material movements and shift activity.
• Assist in monitoring/maintaining "controlled environment" parameters by following all established procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and perform "general and controlled" environmental housekeeping duties per SOPs.
• Assist in the identification and communication of scrap or expired chemicals.
• Review daily dispensing needs with Dispensing Team Leader and process teams.
• Follow all established SOPs and WIS (work instruction sheets).
• Use proper PPE (personal protective equipment) as required by chemical hazards and/or tasks.
• Operate PIT (powered industrial truck/equipment) in accordance with established procedures and training.
• Respond to "out of specification" situations and initiate action to minimize business risk.
• Maintain a safe working environment and follow all safety procedures.
• Ensure that hazardous wastes are transferred into designated containers located near the point of generation and the containers are properly labeled.
• Assist in spill control and cleanup as required. (no hazardous spills included)
• Continuously evaluate dispensing process for process improvement opportunities.
• Assist with orientation and training of new employees.
• Support material requests from QC (Quality Control) and R&D (Research & Development) groups.
• Assist QC with chemical material sampling.
• Assist other dispensing technicians as needed.
• Other tasks as assigned by Supervisor when necessary.
• Familiar with emergency procedures and equipment necessary to safely and effectively respond to an emergency involving hazardous waste.
• Assures hazardous wastes, universal wastes and used oil are placed in the appropriate container that is properly labeled, is in good condition and is closed.

A high school diploma or equivalent.

Two years' work experience in a chemical warehouse environment. Previous powered Industrial equipment experience.

Candidates must have the ability to work weekends and overtime.

Some college/post-secondary technical education, with coursework in chemistry is preferred.

Chemical handling experience.

The starting pay rate for this role is 21.31 per hour. In addition to base pay, all GOJO team members are bonus eligible. Click Here for a comprehensive list of benefits we offer including 401(k) match, parental leave, and onsite well-being care.