Blender / Compounder

Phoenix Integrated Security; Wayne (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cul-Mac facility in Michigan is seeking a Blender/Compounder to prepare chemical batches for pool, RV, automotive, carpet, and floor-care products. You will set up mixing tanks, follow batch sheets, weigh ingredients, and support production lines while maintaining daily inventory and quality records.

The role requires reading and following procedures in English, forklift operation, and strict safety practices.

Qualifications

• Must read batch sheets, product recipes, material identification, safety rules, and operating instructions in English.
• Knowledge of safe chemical handling, PPE, respirator use, SDS information, quality sampling, and inventory controls.
• Forklift certification is preferred; qualified candidates may be trained.

Responsibilities

• Obtain, review, and understand all batch sheets, work orders, and mixing instructions before beginning a batch.
• Set up and start mixing tanks, blenders, pumps, meters, scales, and related equipment.
• Verify that the correct raw materials are selected for each batch.
• Weigh and add chemicals or powders in the predetermined quantities listed on the batch sheet.
• Monitor each blend to ensure ingredients and weights are accurate.
• Fill drums with blended product when required and provide product-line support.
• Complete daily production paperwork and maintain accurate batch records.
• Maintain daily inventory accuracy and return raw materials with correct quantities and container information.
• Collect and log raw-material or batch samples for Quality and follow laboratory instructions for approval or adjustment.
• Communicate material needs with material handlers and provide process‑improvement input to management.
• Operate mixers, tanks, pumps, forklifts, pallet jacks, scales, meters, and piping systems safely.

Skills

Read batch sheets

Weight ingredients

Follow mixing instructions

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent work experience

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

SUMMARY

The Blender/Compounder is a specialized manufacturing position responsible for preparing chemical batches used in pool, RV, automotive, carpet, and floor-care products. The role sets up mixing tanks and blending equipment, follows batch sheets, weighs and adds ingredients, supports production lines, maintains daily inventory accuracy, and completes required paperwork. This is a full-time, temp-to-permanent opportunity.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Previous blending or compounding experience is required. Candidates with transferable experience from food, pharmaceutical, plastics, paint, or chemical manufacturing may be considered and trained. The experience requirement may be reevaluated if recruiting challenges arise.
• Forklift (MUST be able to drive a forklift)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be highly dependable and maintain reliable attendance.
• Must be able to read and follow batch sheets, product recipes, material identification, safety rules, and operating instructions in English.
• Forklift certification is preferred; qualified candidates may be trained.
• Must follow the dress and appearance guidelines provided in the company handbook.

DOCUMENTATION

• Daily production paperwork, batch documentation, quality records, and inventory records.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of chemical blending, batch sheets, predetermined formulas, weight and volume measurements, and raw-material identification.
• Knowledge of safe chemical handling, PPE, respirator use, SDS information, quality sampling, and inventory controls.

REQUIRED ABILITIES

• Read and accurately follow batch sheets and mixing instructions
• Weigh and measure ingredients using predetermined formulas
• Perform basic calculations involving weight and volume
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Think through minor problems and elevate larger issues
• Communicate effectively and contribute to a positive team environment

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Set up and operate mixing tanks, blending machines, mixers, scales, meters, and pumps.
• Handle, measure, and add chemicals and powders accurately and safely.
• Maintain attention to detail, good mechanical awareness, and accurate daily paperwork.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following duties are representative of the primary duties and responsibilities of this role. The employee may be required to perform additional position-specific duties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtain, review, and understand all batch sheets, work orders, and mixing instructions before beginning a batch.
• Set up and start mixing tanks, blenders, pumps, meters, scales, and related equipment.
• Verify that the correct raw materials are selected for each batch.
• Weigh and add chemicals or powders in the predetermined quantities listed on the batch sheet.
• Monitor each blend to ensure ingredients and weights are accurate.
• Fill drums with blended product when required and provide product-line support.
• Complete daily production paperwork and maintain accurate batch records.
• Maintain daily inventory accuracy and return raw materials with correct quantities and container information.
• Collect and log raw-material or batch samples for Quality and follow laboratory instructions for approval or adjustment.
• Communicate material needs with material handlers and provide process‑improvement input to management.
• Operate mixers, tanks, pumps, forklifts, pallet jacks, scales, meters, and piping systems safely.

Success Factors:

• Maintain a positive, team-focused attitude
• Demonstrate dependable and consistent attendance
• Place safety and proper chemical handling first
• Treat coworkers with respect and support Cul-Mac's family-oriented culture
• Work accurately, independently, and with strong attention to detail

WORK SCHEDULE

• Saturday and Sunday, 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Monday and Tuesday, 4:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
• Flexibility is required based on company needs.
• No overtime is built into the regular schedule; seasonal overtime may be needed approximately once or twice per month.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow all plant safety policies, batch procedures, and chemical‑handling requirements.
• Use required PPE and respirators correctly; training will be provided on proper use, care, and storage.
• Maintain safe containers, report spills or hazards immediately, and operate forklifts only when trained and authorized.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND DEMANDS

SUSTAINED REQUIREMENTS

• Standing and walking throughout the manufacturing area
• Repeatedly ascending and descending metal stairs during the shift
• Handling drums, ingredients, containers, and production materials

FREQUENT REQUIREMENTS

• Lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Bend, reach, crouch, and reposition while operating or cleaning equipment
• Wear required PPE and a respirator when assigned and trained

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Indoor chemical‑manufacturing and production environment
• Exposure to chemicals with required training for proper handling
• Environment may be hot, cold, loud, and physically demanding
• Frequent stair use and work around tanks, pumps, piping, and production equipment
• Changing schedules or overtime based on seasonal company needs

EQUIPMENT

• Mixers, blending tanks, pumps, meters, scales, and piping systems
• Forklift, pallet jack, drums, raw-material containers, and production-line equipment