Blending Operator - 2nd Shift

Old World Industries, LLC; Prattville (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Company 401(k) plan

Life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Disability benefits

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs

Job summary

Old World Industries is seeking a carefully trained operator to blend, handle, and transfer chemical products in a manufacturing environment. You will operate blending equipment, manage raw materials and finished goods, and ensure compliance with safety and production procedures.

Responsibilities include measuring and mixing per formulas, monitoring processes, maintaining records, and performing quality checks. A second shift availability and forklift certification are preferred for this role.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing, chemical handling, or blending experience preferred.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Basic math skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work second shift.

Responsibilities

• Measure, mix, and blend chemicals according to established formulas and production specifications.
• Load, unload, and transfer raw materials and finished products to and from tanks, railcars, and bulk trucks.
• Operate blending equipment, pumps, valves, hoses, and forklifts as needed.
• Monitor blending processes and perform quality checks to ensure product specifications are met.
• Safely handle, store, and transfer hazardous chemicals in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintain accurate production records and report equipment or quality concerns.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and follow all safety, PPE, and housekeeping requirements.
• Support production goals and other operational needs as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Chemical handling

Blending experience

Basic math skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Second shift availability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

POSITION PURPOSE

Responsible for the safe and efficient blending, handling, and transfer of chemical products. Operates blending equipment, handles raw materials, monitors product quality, and ensures compliance with established safety and production procedures.

DUTIES, TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Measure, mix, and blend chemicals according to established formulas and production specifications.
• Load, unload, and transfer raw materials and finished products to and from tanks, railcars, and bulk trucks.
• Operate blending equipment, pumps, valves, hoses, and forklifts as needed.
• Monitor blending processes and perform quality checks to ensure product specifications are met.
• Safely handle, store, and transfer hazardous chemicals in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintain accurate production records and report equipment or quality concerns.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and follow all safety, PPE, and housekeeping requirements.
• Support production goals and other operational needs as assigned.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, chemical handling, or blending experience preferred.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Basic math skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work second shift.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Physically demanding position requiring frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in an industrial environment with exposure to chemicals, noise, varying temperatures, and production equipment.
• Must be able to wear required PPE and follow all chemical handling and safety procedures.
• Must be comfortable working around hazardous materials and following strict safety and handling procedures.
• Ability to work second shift hours.

This opportunity offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness benefits
• Company-matching 401(k) plan
• Company-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment benefits
• Company-paid identity theft insurance
• Company-paid disability
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Company-paid employee assistance program
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Additional benefits included: voluntary life insurance, legal benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and pet insurance

Old World Industries is among the largest privately held companies competing in the automotive aftermarket today. Built upon a 50-year history of ingenuity, the Northbrook, Illinois-based company is transforming the automotive, commercial and chemical industries that keep the world moving forward. Old World’s brands include a full line of PEAK® Performance Automotive Aftermarket Products including Antifreeze/Coolant, Washer Fluid, Lighting and Wiper Blades; BlueDEF® Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Equipment; FINAL CHARGE® PRO-SERIES Heavy Duty Extended Life Coolant, Fleet Charge® SCA Precharged Heavy Duty Coolant and Thermal Charge® Heat Transfer Fluid.