Blending Manager

Job Description

Job Description

MOC Products Company, Inc.

Job Description

Job Title: Manager, Blending 

Department: Manufacturing

Reports To: VP of Manufacturing

Date: June 19th, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY
The Manager, Blending & Material Handling, oversees material staging, pre-weigh, blending, and bulk transfer operations to ensure the safe, accurate, compliant and efficient preparation of chemical batches. This role ensures materials are pulled correctly; formulas are followed, and equipment setup, including hookups and line flushes, supports production schedules. Partnering with cross-functional teams, the Manager drives quality, efficiency, and compliance while maintaining a safe and effective work environment.
SUMMARY OF ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
This position includes but is not limited to:
Operations & Production Management

• Oversee daily pre-weigh and blending operations to ensure batches are completed accurately, safely, and on schedule
• Ensure materials are properly staged, verified, and available for production
• Coordinate seamless transfer of product to filling lines
• Monitor throughput, capacity, and productivity against targets
• Oversee the receipt and verification of raw material deliveries, ensuring accuracy, proper documentation, and timely availability for production. 
  
  

Batch Accuracy & Execution

• Ensure strict adherence to formulas, batch sheets, and work instructions
• Oversee weighing, measuring, and material additions for accuracy and traceability
• Partner with Quality to ensure all products meet specifications prior to release, working closely with the team to evaluate and implement any required batch adjustments with Quality direction
  
  
  

Scheduling & Resource Planning

• Plan daily staffing, shift coverage, and priorities based on production needs
• Collaborate with Planning to ensure production readiness and raw material availability
• Identify and resolve schedule gaps, delays, and output variances
  
  
  

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Enforce all safety policies, PPE requirements, SDS guidelines, and chemical handling procedures
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and internal quality standards
• Maintain accurate batch documentation, logs, and regulatory records
• Promote a strong safety culture with proactive hazard identification and incident prevention
  
  
  

Inventory & Materials Management

• Monitor raw material levels, usage, and discrepancies to prevent shortages
• Ensure proper labeling, identification, and segregation of materials and blends
• Coordinate with Warehouse and Purchasing to maintain material flow
  
  
  

Equipment & Facility Management

• Oversee proper use, cleaning, and maintenance of tanks, mixers, pumps, hoses, and measuring equipment
• Partner with Maintenance to address equipment issues and improve reliability
• Ensure sanitation and changeover procedures are properly executed to prevent contamination or cross-mixing
  
  
  

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise, coach, and develop pre-weigh and blending personnel
• Set clear expectations and cultivate a culture of safety, quality, productivity and accountability across the team
• Train employees on procedures, equipment operation, and best practices
• Drive engagement, teamwork, and continuous skill development
• Hands-on leader who leads by example and sets the standard for performance, accountability, and professionalism.
  
  
  

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve batch accuracy, reduce waste, and increase efficiency
• Implement Lean initiatives and process improvements to reduce downtime, minimize variability, and enhance overall operational efficiency. 
• Track and analyze key performance metrics including throughput, rework, and labor efficiency
  
  
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Warehouse, Planning, and Customer Service to resolve issues
• Communicate batch status, delays, shortages, and risks proactively
• Support troubleshooting of formulation and process issues (e.g., viscosity, color, contamination)

Key Success Metrics

• Accurate, right-first-time batch production
• On-time support of production schedules
• Reduction in rework, waste, and downtime
• Safe operation with minimal incidents
• Strong team performance and engagement
• Clean, organized, and audit-ready work environment

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in manufacturing, blending, or batch process operations with leadership responsibility
• Strong knowledge of chemical blending, compounding, and material handling processes
• Experience with production scheduling, capacity planning, and Lean principles
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (Dynamics preferred)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout a manufacturing facility
• Ability to lift and handle materials as needed
  
  
  

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with moderate noise
• Exposure to chemicals, dust, and fumes with proper PPE requirements