Blending Lead B Crew 6AM to 7PM

AZEK Exteriors; Wilmington (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

AZEK Exteriors is seeking a Blending Lead who will guide blending associates, follow SOPs, and support production with strong emphasis on safety and quality. The role requires coordinating with multiple shifts, monitoring automated systems, and directing material handling activities in a fast-paced plant environment.

The ideal candidate will have HS/GED, forklift certification, and 1–3 years in a related role, with proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Qualifications

• The minimum requirement is a High School diploma or GED.
• Forklift Certification is required.
• Experience in a manufacturing/blending environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Blending associates and ensure adherence to SOPs.
• Communicate with internal and external teams professionally.
• Monitor blending systems and respond to alarms with maintenance.
• Direct rail car unloading and material handling activities.
• Perform inventory counts and generate relevant reports.
• Provide technical guidance to operators and participate in reviews.

Skills

Communication

Safety prioritization

Leadership

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

HS diploma or GED

Additional certs preferred

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

Education

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• 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.