Blending Lead B Crew 6AM to 7PM

James Hardie; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

James Hardie in Los Angeles is seeking a Blending Lead to supervise blending operations and ensure production targets are met while upholding core values. The role emphasizes leadership, safety, and daily coordination with operators and maintenance teams.

The ideal candidate will have relevant manufacturing experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced 24/7 environment. This is an on-site, full-time position with flexible hours noted.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Advanced education or related certifications considered a plus.
• One to three years in a similar blending/manufacturing role.

Responsibilities

• Communicate professionally with internal and external team members.
• Prioritize safety and production goals.
• Provide technical guidance to Blending and Grinding Operators.
• Monitor material supplies in silos using blending programs.
• Coordinate blending needs with production staff to meet demand.
• Direct rail car unloading and fill-in as needed.
• Perform inventory counts and compile reports.
• Conduct moisture checks on dryers as requested.
• Direct loading of bag stations and fill-in when needed.
• Assist with employee performance reviews.
• Direct pellet mill operators and fill-in when necessary.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Prioritization

Technical guidance

Inventory management

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma (GED acceptable)

Advanced certifications (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Hours: 6AM to 7PM

Work schedule flexibility, with advance notice, to accommodate needs of the business

Pay Rate: $29 Per Hour

POSITION SUMMARY

The Blending Lead, under the direction of the Blending Supervisor, will be responsible for leading Blending associates through the following of blending procedures according to Standard Operating Procedures. The incumbent will display a commitment to Core Values.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Able to communicate professionally and effectively with both internal and external team members
• Can prioritize effectively ensuring safety and production goals are met
• Provide technical guidance and support to Blending and Grinding Operators
• Maintains and monitor material supplies in silos using computerized blending programs
• Communicate with production staff to meet plant's blending needs, allowing for production lines to make quality product and meet customer demands
• Direct rail car unloading and able to fill-in when necessary
• Complete inventory counts of bags/boxes of material/regrind and complete necessary reports
• Conduct moisture checks on wood dryers and pellet dryers as requested
• Direct loading of all supporting bag stations and able to fill-in when necessary
• Assist Blending Supervisor with employee performance reviews
• Complete the yard truck training, direct truck house operator and able to fill-in when necessary
• Direct pellet mill operators, and able to fill-in when necessary
• Monitor all blend systems on dedicated HMI, responding to alarms and troubleshooting systems working with the blend maintenance team to prevent material runouts to production lines
• Perform additional duties as needed and/or assigned by supervision/management

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• Advanced education and/or related-certification(s), a plus

Experience:

• One to three years in a similar position

Computer Skills:

• Basic computer skills to include:
  • Microsoft Word
  • Excel
  • Outlook

Certifications & Licenses:

• Forklift Certification

Other Requirements:

• Meet qualification and certification requirements established by TimberTech"s Training Resources and Knowledge (TRAK) program
• Experience with mechanical equipment (rotary air locks, diverter valves, Mac valves and knife gates), a plus
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Must be self-directed and motivated and able to multi-task in fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.
• O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
• F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
• C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements

• Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth)
• Mobility to cover expansive manufacturing facility
• Ability to adjust vision focus

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to work in an environment that can become very hot or cold (temperature) depending on the weather.

Equal Opportunity Employer

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.
With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.