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Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025.\n Broad Function and Purpose of Position: \nBatch Operators are responsible for the daily operation of complex chemistry processes at the Marion Plant. Batch Operators execute daily production requirements, achieving safety, housekeeping, quality, rate objectives and participating in continuous improvement activities as directed. Batch Operators must be able to work independently within the framework of a team while demonstrating a positive attitude. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Production Supervisor, support from Team Leads, and may include other activities as assigned.\nSpecific Responsibilities:\nActively participate in the plants Sika SAFE Program.\nUnderstand, comply, and regularly inspect the work area to ensure all safety policies and practices are followed and a high degree of industrial housekeeping is maintained at all times.\nOversee and operate packaging equipment to ensure that all area specific functions conform to process and procedure specifications.\nDrive cultural change and initiatives which emphasize safety, communication, co-operation, development, teamwork, environmental compliance, quality, productivity and waste elimination.\nPerform inventory check of raw materials and packaging materials for daily production schedule.\nOversee and operate mixing equipment to ensure that all area specific functions conform to process and procedure specifications.\nEnsure mixing equipment is running smoothly, within validated parameters, and in compliance with SOP’s.\nEnsure mixing processes are carried out and documented within a high level of compliance including but not limited to order of addition, mixing times, and other designated set points.\nPerforms line change overs and simple-to-moderate equipment adjustments and troubleshooting.\nUnderstand, comply, and ensure that packaged products meet quality standards of customers including but not limited to product weight tolerances, overall appearance, DOT Labeling, and batch identification numbers.\nUses PLC and observes flowmeters and pressure gauges, turn valves, and start pumps to transfer fluid chemicals to or from specified tanks and to processing areas.\nGuide, assist and train new and temporary employees.\nDemonstrates ability to use a computer and various computer programs including SAP and PLC programs\nTo execute other projects or activities to-be-determined as directed by Plant Leadership.\n Qualifications/Experience:\nEducation: High school diploma or GED required.\nExperience: 3+ year experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.\n Perks & Benefits\n401k with Generous Company Match \nBonuses\nMedical, Dental, and Vision Benefits\nPaid Parental Leave\nLife Insurance\nDisability Insurance\nPaid time off, paid holidays\nFloating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time\nWellness/Fitness Reimbursements\nEducation Assistance\nProfessional Development Opportunities\nEmployee Referral Program & More!\nSika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility.\nWe offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.\nSika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.\nSika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.\nWe offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. 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