Full-Time

Kettle Operator

Posted on 10/1/2025

Stonhard

Stonhard

501-1,000 employees

Seamless polymer flooring manufacturer and installer

No salary listed

Cleveland, OH, USA

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Category
Process Engineering
Requirements
  • Basic Computer Skills required (Windows Familiarity)
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Effective team player, self-motivated, quick learner
  • Ability to read, write and comprehend the batch-making processes
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
  • Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
  • Ability to stack 30-pound boxes in high-frequencies
  • Ability to lift up to 60-pound pails using mechanical assistance and teamwork
Responsibilities
  • Control or operate chemical processes or systems of machines using control boards, Human Machine Interface (HMI computer touch screen) or semi-automatic equipment
  • Draw samples of products, and conduct quality control tests to monitor processing and ensure that standards are met
  • Use appropriate scales or measurement devices to add materials to the kettle as specified by batch process orders
  • Must be able to read and understand recording instruments, pressure gauges, scales, flow meters, panel lights, and other indicators to verify the conformity of process conditions
  • Monitor control settings and make necessary adjustments on equipment
  • Accurately record production and downtime via written documentation

Stonhard designs, manufactures, and installs seamless floor, wall, and lining systems using epoxy, urethane, and methyl methacrylate polymers for industrial and commercial settings. Its products are poured or laid as continuous, wear-resistant surfaces that resist chemicals and are easy to clean, with installation performed directly by Stonhard so there is a single point of responsibility. The company serves sectors such as food and beverage, healthcare, manufacturing, and aviation, offering customized solutions that fit specific industry needs. Unlike competitors who outsource parts of the process, Stonhard controls the entire lifecycle—from material production to on-site installation—providing durable, long-lasting surfaces and consistent quality. The goal is to deliver high-performance polymer flooring and wall systems that ensure safe, clean, and compliant environments while simplifying project management for customers.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Maple Shade Township, New Jersey

Founded

1922

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Stonhard generates $1.8 billion revenue from strong market position.
  • ISO-9001 registration ensures consistent quality in all processes.
  • Stonkote ESD launch enables quicker ESD flooring installations.

What critics are saying

  • Sika undercuts pricing by 20-30% in food bids within 12-24 months.
  • EU REACH Phase 2 halts pharma exports for 6 months starting April 2026.
  • RPM divests Stonhard to KKR, triggering 30% staff cuts in 12-18 months.

What makes Stonhard unique

  • Stonhard manages full turnkey process from manufacturing to installation.
  • Stonhard offers epoxy, urethane, and MMA seamless systems globally.
  • Stonhard provides single-source responsibility with century-long expertise.

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Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

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