Lead Production Technician -ASI

JOB TITLE:  Lead Production Technician

REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor

STATUS: hourly, non-exempt 

LOCATION: Gila Bend, AZ

SALARY RANGE: $22.00-$24.00/hr based on interview outcome and qualifications

BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, HRA, 401k with 6% employer match, Life and AD&D insurance, Short & Long term disability, Various supplemental plans, Mental wellness, Paid time off starting at 20 days per year and growing with tenure 10 designated holidays.
 

About Tidal Vision:

We believe that sustainability should not require customers to compromise on price, convenience, or performance. Our mission is to create positive and systemic environmental impact by making our biopolymer solutions cost competitive, more convenient, and better performing than the synthetic chemicals we displace. We value innovation and take pride in challenging the status-quo; we choose to view obstacles as opportunities. We value new ideas and encourage the team to apply creativity and invent new solutions to meet challenging demands. We foster open, direct communication, and a collaborative working environment through our unique approach to work culture. We value our employees and demonstrate that through our compensation and benefits programs and opportunities for growth and development.

Applied Specialties, Inc. (ASI): 

Applied Specialties, Inc. was founded in 1981 as a water treatment company that specialized in providing heavy industry clients with service and technology geared to individual needs. The founding concept was, and remains today, concentrated on solving client problems with as little chemicals as possible. ASI was acquired by Tidal Vision in 2024, and both work towards providing valuable solutions to our customers while serving our mission. 

About Tidal Vision’s Unique Work Culture:

Tidal Vision strives to build and invest in the highest performing and most innovative team. We put our people and customers above process, avoid company-wide rules as much as possible, and have the courage to take unusual approaches to advance our mission. With this approach, we believe we can create a more flexible, fun, stimulating, creative, collaborative, and innovative organization.

Our commitment to developing, practicing and promoting direct and open communication, responsibility and freedom, and leading with and seeking context is a responsibility for every role at Tidal Vision.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Lead Production Technician will be responsible for making all production batches. They will be required to operate in a safe manner at all times. Must be organized and able to follow detailed standard operating procedures and communicate effectively. The incumbent will be required to move large tots, bins, and storage containers using proper lifting tools and techniques. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Capable of making all production batches in either the Cationic or Anionic production areas.
• Experience with welding and fabrication (preferred). 
• Manufactures batches based on the production schedule.
• Maintains accurate records of batch manufacture. 
• Follows lab instructions on batch adjustments. 
• Reports/documents any process or equipment problems (via work orders, incident reports, etc). Takes equipment/processes out of service as required. 
• Performs and documents all specified steps as outlined on the batch ticket. Reports off-schedule or non-conforming conditions to Production Supervisor or Operation Manager. 
• Follows all company requirements for properly labeling in-process as well as finished goods containers.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area. 
• Participates during inventory activities. 
• Unloads or loads bulk tanker trucks. 
• Reports all accidents and spills to Production Supervisor. 
• Must be able to comply with all OSHA, EPA, and DOT compliance polices. 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or higher. 
• 1-5 years of chemical production experience.
• Requires overall knowledge of reactors, instruments, filters, pumps, forklifts, scales, and standard test equipment and plant processes. 
• Familiarity with OSHA and EPA regulations as they apply to chemical plant operations; Knowledge of DOT Hazardous Material Regulations
• Knowledge and familiarity with office equipment including copiers, fax, and scan equipment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a detailed environment with little to no direct supervision.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Use of Microsoft Office products, especially Microsoft Word and Excel®. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• 1-5 years experience welding/fabrication. 

Licensing & Special Requirements

•  Incumbent is subject to a criminal background check.
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WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is primarily performed within ASI’s warehouse and production area. This position will be expected and required to follow safety standards and wear all personal protective equipment in designated areas and while on-site. Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds is required. The incumbent should be able to pull, push, twist, balance, and move with general ease. Hiring is conditional upon background check.

Tidal Vision and ASI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Salary : $22 - $24