Blending Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:This individual will assist with Blending operations. The Blending Technician will repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment. Responsibilities specifically include, oversee the equipment necessary to run a successful manufacturing operation while improving plant quality, efficiency and safety. The Blending Operator will coordinate and take direction from the Production Assistant Manager to control plant machinery, perform tests and improve chemical machinery operation.Some of your duties include:1. Work in a hands-on capacity with staff on chemical manufacturing equipment. Be a back-up resource during times of short staffing.2. Must have the ability to trouble-shoot issues with chemical/manufacturing components.3. Follow SOP's for computer controlled automatic batch building and manual batch building.4. Assist in the production of waterborne and solvent borne finishes, sealers, stains and maintenance products.5. Identify and correct equipment problems by performing standard trouble-shooting techniques and perform scheduled maintenance using hand, power and specialty tools as necessary.6. Maintain raw material levels (totes & dispersion tanks).7. Perform preventative maintenance on pumps, valves, mixers, tanks as directed by the Production Assistant Manager or machine software/manuals.8. Enter raw material amounts and rework amounts for batches into the inventory system.9. Observe mechanical devises in operation and locate causes of trouble.10. Able and willing to work necessary hours to meet all project deadlines, travel when necessary.11. Contributes to the development and continual improvement of the SHEQ Management System(s).Skills you will need:Must be able to set up and use all saws in the production processPossess leadership qualities to motivate and ensure department is operating to full potentialMust be able to know set-ups on all millwork machineryPossess the ability to read drawing and spec sheets and build parts accordinglyHave full knowledge of all mullion and specialty department partsOrganize inventory and prioritize projectsPerform related work/tasks as requiredMust have manufacturing experienceYou also need to be:Be willing to work at a fast paceProvide your own gloves when needed and/or allowedBe willing to be exposed to dust when the machines are runningBe flexible - individuals may be moved to different lines depending on workload and staffing needsAttendance is important, absenteeism and tardiness are not acceptableDue to the environment of the warehouse, you must be able to work in various weather and temperature conditions including extreme heat, humidity, and cold.Requirements: 1. High school diploma and/or equivalent work experience.2. Basic algebra/math skills for calculations concerning percent, dilutions, ratios, averages, etc.3. Minimum of 2-3 years' experience in manufacturing.4. Experience in warehouse and plant operations are a benefit.Temp To HireSchedule: Rotational Schedule Shift: 6:00am-6:00pmPay rate: $16.00 Hourly with Weekly Pay Solucion LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/ Females/ Veteran/ Disability/Gender Identify/Sexual Orientation. Committed to a diverse workforce. We promote a safe, healthy and drug-free work environment through pre-employment drug testing.#IND