Wax Prep Specialist - 3rd Shift - Yankee Candle

Job ID:

1770

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Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco, Coleman, Oster, Rubbermaid and Sharpie, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

Job Summary:

The Wax Prep Specialist will perform a variety of routine duties which involve several manual and other related operations to include department wax tank preparation, coloring wax, and similar designated duties requiring somewhat more complex operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Ability to match and discern colors, color gradations and scents required (Finalists will be administered a standard color vision test as part of the interview process).

Accuracy, thoroughness, and ability to prioritize are critical.

Ability to exercise good judgment to comply with instructions and standard procedures.

Ability to exert physical effort up to 15% of the time for weights over 60 lbs., as well as effort more frequently under 25 lbs.

Ability to comply with Yankee Candle Company safety policies and awareness of proper usage of Personal Protective Equipment needed.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

Ability to read and write in the English language

Ability to stand for 8 plus hours and able to

lift up

to 25 pounds on a frequent basis

Good working knowledge of basic arithmetic and the ability to calculate percentages

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous candle making experience strongly preferred. Experience in following and executing cooking recipes, batch mixing, or manufacturing formulas is very helpful.

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer?s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.