BLENDING OPERATOR

Blending Operator

Oleon is looking for a Blending Operator at Conroe, TX for a fixed-term contract.

At Oleon, we bring you natural chemistry. Ambitious, with both feet on the ground. That's who we are and that's how we will continue to grow. Our specialty lies in converting natural fats and oils into a wide range of oleochemical products. We offer them in a large variety of markets such as: cosmetics, nutrition, crop protection, industrial ingredients, lubricants, oilfield, coatings, detergents, and many more.

Oleon has over 1,000 employees worldwide in 10 different countries. Enthusiastic people who are completely in their element here at Oleon are more than welcome to join our team.

We are looking for a Blending Operator for our Conroe, Texas plant. Some of your main duties & responsibilities:

1. Operate blending equipment according to production instructions, ensuring proper mixing of raw materials to create chemical products.
2. Accurately measure, load, and mix chemicals and raw materials according to specific formulations and production requirements.
3. Safely handle and work with chemicals, adhering to all safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and proper chemical handling procedures.
4. Perform quality control checks on finished products, ensuring that blends meet required specifications before moving on to the next production phase.
5. Maintain accurate production records, including raw material usage, product output, and any deviations or equipment issues.
6. Perform routine cleaning, inspection, and maintenance of blending equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
7. Work closely with the production team and other departments to maintain production schedules and meet daily targets.
8. Identify and report any equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, or quality issues to supervisors immediately.
9. Comply with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, including OSHA and plant-specific safety procedures.

You'll succeed if:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience working in a manufacturing or industrial production environment, preferably in a chemical manufacturing facility.
• Familiarity with blending or mixing equipment and processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions and formulas.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and production issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commitment to safety and experience working with hazardous materials.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in physically demanding environments, including standing for long periods and handling heavy materials.
• Experience in chemical manufacturing or blending operations.
• Forklift certification or experience operating forklifts and other industrial equipment.

Next to your skills, it is your drive and motivation that will make all the difference!

Your benefits:

You will join a company with ambitious goals and a welcoming atmosphere. Both your personal development and work-life balance are equally important to us. You can expect an attractive salary and leave scheme. Additionally, we provide a solid insurance plan that you can rely on.

Oleon is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that embraces all forms of diversity. We ensure equal opportunities in our recruitment and integration processes and ensure that you can be yourself in our professional environment.

Oleon is a business unit of Avril, the industrial and financial leader in the French vegetable oil and protein sector. Avril is present in consumer food, animal nutrition and expertise, renewable energy and chemistry, with a recorded revenue of 7.7 billion euro across 18 countries in 2024. The Group focuses its growth on a unique value-sharing model.

Joining Avril means choosing to work in a company that harmoniously brings together performance and responsibility, innovation and humbleness, the group and individuals. Avril: there is another way.