Blending Operator

BlenderThis position is responsible to blend finished fluid product and perform all other task and activities associated with the product in our blending, grease and/or chem plant area. The blender responsibilities include loading and offloading bulk chemicals such as from and or to tanker trucks, iso containers and railcars. The blending operator routinely transfers raw materials and products and must ensure the correct material is transferred to the correct destination as a core responsibility of the role. The blender performs calculations as required to determine tank contents and quantities transferred as well as other batch related calculations.The blender must followed detailed batch instructions which includes precisely weighing and adding raw materials as part of making blending batches. In this role, the operator will also perform packaging as needed and the blender must be able to drive a forklift. Additionally, there is lifting required and is a essential part of this job and which includes but not limited to lifting and dumping of raw materials into blend kettles and transfer of materials. The blender must accurately and legibly fill out all forms and batch records. The role also include tasks and activities needed to maintain safe and efficient production activities Lock out Tag out, 6S/Housekeeping, PHA support, inspections, and other duties as assigned.Job HighlightsFollow Standard Operation ProcedureOffload and Unload bulk chemicalsTransfer chemicals as requiredPerform blending of batch operationsFill out required paperworkContinually strive to learn and improvePerform lock out tag out on equipment per procedure/guidancePerform regularly inspections as required to maintain compliancePerform preventive maintenance and quality control checksTransfer of materials, material samplingMonitor and record process data as requiredProactively respond safely and quickly to process abnormalitiesMaintain good housekeepingPackaging products in various containers as neededPerform necessary task to maintain inventory of materials (cycle counts, SAP transaction, tank gauging, calculating tank quantities and transfers, etc.)Perform other duties as assignedQualifications and Experience4+ years prior Chemical plant or similar experience handling chemicals in industrial environment requiredPrior experience blending chemicals and bulk chemical handling strongly preferredMust be minimum of 18 years of ageHigh School Diploma or Equivalence requiredClear and comprehensive communication in English (written/verbal) requiredBasic mathematic and numeracy skills requiredQualified forklift operator requiredAbility to work in a Team environmentCommitted to safety & organizational goalsSelf-motivated with good work ethicAbility to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders and stairs, and stand for continuous periods of time with or without reasonable accommodationAbility to work in a hot, humid, noisy and high volume machine production areaAbility to climb ladders and platforms (such as on storage tanks and railcars)Ability and willingness to work safely and wear PPE as required