Blending Operator

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH; New Hanover Township (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development support

Job summary

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH is looking for a Blender responsible for blending finished fluid products in their plant in New Hanover Township, NJ. Candidates should have a minimum of 4 years of experience in a chemical handling environment, strong mathematical skills, and the ability to operate forklifts.

The role involves transferring bulk chemicals, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring accurate documentation while upholding high organizational goals.

Competitive compensation and a range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements, are offered.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of prior experience in a chemical plant or similar industrial environment.
• Experience blending chemicals and handling bulk materials strongly preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a noisy, high-volume area.

Responsibilities

• Blend finished fluid products and perform related tasks.
• Transfer raw materials and chemicals safely.
• Maintain accurate documentation of batch records and processes.

Skills

Chemical handling

Forklift operation

Mathematical skills

Communication (English)

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

This position is responsible to blend finished fluid product and perform all other tasks and activities associated with the product in our blending, grease and/or chem plant area. The blender responsibilities include loading and offloading bulk chemicals such as from and to tanker trucks, ISO containers and railcars. The blending operator routinely transfers raw materials and products and must ensure the correct material is transferred to the correct destination as a core responsibility of the role.

The blender performs calculations as required to determine tank contents and quantities transferred as well as other batch related calculations. The blender must follow detailed batch instructions which include precisely weighing and adding raw materials as part of making blending batches.

In this role, the operator will also perform packaging as needed and must be able to drive a forklift. Additionally, there is lifting required and is an essential part of this job and which includes but not limited to lifting and dumping of raw materials into blend kettles and transfer of materials. The blender must accurately and legibly fill out all forms and batch records. The role also includes tasks and activities needed to maintain safe and efficient production activities, including lock out tag out, 6S/Housekeeping, PHA support, inspections, and other duties as assigned.

Job Highlights

• Follow Standard Operation Procedure
• Offload and unload bulk chemicals
• Transfer chemicals as required
• Perform blending of batch operations
• Fill out required paperwork
• Continually strive to learn and improve
• Perform lock out tag out on equipment per procedure/guidance
• Perform regular inspections as required to maintain compliance
• Perform preventive maintenance and quality control checks
• Transfer of materials, material sampling
• Monitor and record process data as required
• Proactively respond safely and quickly to process abnormalities
• Maintain good housekeeping
• Packaging products in various containers as needed
• Perform necessary tasks to maintain inventory of materials (cycle counts, SAP transaction, tank gauging, calculating tank quantities and transfers, etc.)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience

• 4+ years prior Chemical plant or similar experience handling chemicals in an industrial environment required
• Prior experience blending chemicals and bulk chemical handling strongly preferred
• Must be minimum of 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalence required
• Clear and comprehensive communication in English (written/verbal) required
• Basic mathematical and numeracy skills required
• Qualified forklift operator required
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Committed to safety & organizational goals
• Self‑motivated with good work ethic
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders and stairs, and stand for continuous periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work in a hot, humid, noisy and high volume machine production area
• Ability to climb ladders and platforms (such as on storage tanks and railcars)
• Ability and willingness to work safely and wear PPE as required

What we offer you

• Compensation We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program.
• Comprehensive Benefits We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
• Work-Life & Flexibility We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
• Training & Development We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
• DiversityLANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.