Blending Operator I

Old World Industries, LLC.; New Kensington (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-matching 401(k)

Company-paid life insurance and AD&D

Identity theft insurance

Company-paid disability

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Paid time off and holidays

Additional benefits: voluntary life, 3

Job summary

Old World Industries, LLC. is seeking a Blending Operator to handle chemical blending and related duties for gallon-, drum-, and bulk-filling operations. You will work with the blending team to ensure quality, safety, and accurate batch documentation.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED or 1-3 years of relevant experience, a valid driver's license, and forklift operator certification. Proficiency with MS Word/Excel and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or 1-3 years relevant experience.
• Merchant Mariner Document license is required for barge unloading.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be a certified forklift operator.
• Proficient PC skills, including MS Word and MS Excel.
• Experience leading and managing others.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with co-workers.
• Ability to handle group and individual work assignments.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Blends products and works with blending team to complete duties.
• Monitors blending quality and collaborates to finish tasks and store materials.
• Maintains a safe workplace in line with PPE, policies, and regulations.
• Ensures all paperwork/documentation is accurately completed.
• Documents chemical raw material usage/lot numbers on Batch sheets.
• Receives Bulk Chemicals and raw materials (tanker, rail car, barge).
• Assists in investigation of out-of-specification materials.
• Keeps the blending area orderly.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem-solving ability

Education

High School diploma or GED

1-3 years relevant experience

Merchant Mariner Document license (for barge unloading)

Valid driver's license

Tools

Forklift operator certification

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Position Purpose

The Blender performs all chemical handling and blending, including raw materials, slurries, and coolants, for the purpose of supplying finished solutions to gallon-, drum-, and bulk-filling operations.

Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities

• Blends products and works with blending team to complete assigned blending duties.
• Responsible for monitoring blending quality and working with blending team to efficiently finish tasks and store materials as needed.
• Ensures all requirements for maintaining a safe workplace are followed (PPE, rules & policies, applicable government regulations, etc.)
• Ensures all applicable paperwork/documentation is accurately completed.
• Documents chemical raw material usage/lot numbers on Batch sheets
• Receives Bulk Chemicals and raw materials, including tanker truck, rail car, and barge
• Assists in investigation of out-of-specification materials
• Maintains Blending area in an orderly condition
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Skills and Abilities

• Merchant Mariner Document license is required for Barge unloading
• High School diploma or GED or 1-3 years of relevant experience
• Valid driver's license
• Must be a certified forklift operator
• Proficient PC skills, including MS Word and MS Excel
• Experience leading and managing others
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with co-workers
• Ability to effectively handle group and individual work assignments
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Understanding of written instructions and ability to complete assignments efficiently
• Good judgment and decision making

Benefits

• 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