Grease Process Tech I - Day Shift

Warren Oil Company, Inc.; West Memphis (AR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Warren Oil Company is seeking a Grease Process Tech I at our West Memphis, AR site to safely execute grease plant batch cooking processes and support quality private labels and major brands. You will learn the full grease production cycle, follow standard work instructions, and contribute to efficient production while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards.

The role offers entry-level growth toward Grease Process Tech II, requires a high school diploma or GED, and may involve overtime,

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required or preferred.
• Experience in compounding/blending manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Must be able to learn and follow Work Instructions for product being made.
• Willingness to work overtime with little notice and Saturdays.
• Forklift certification is a plus.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs repeatedly during shift.
• Able to use ladders, stairs, and stand for long periods.
• Certified to wear a dual cartridge respirator if required.
• High attention to detail, organizational skills, and equipment handling aptitude.
• Ability to multi-task and solve problems effectively.
• Experience operating pumps and valves is a plus.
• Able to read and write English.
• Able to read and interpret standard gauges/instruments is a plus.
• Ability to work with others.

Responsibilities

• Identify and use the correct raw chemical materials to bring a batch of grease into grade per NLGI standards.
• Safely operate valves, heater, pumps, and other machinery in post-cooking processes.
• Fill out all paperwork completely and accurately.
• Regularly communicate with a supervisor the status of a batch in process.
• Report spills or leaks that could cause an accident or environmental impact.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Develop understanding of the overall process and progress toward Grease Process Tech II.
• Grease Process Tech I is entry-level and may assist in starting the day’s batch.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Reading/writing English

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Pumps & valves operation

Job description

Warren Oil Company has an excellent opportunity for a Grease Process Tech I at our West Memphis, AR site. In this role you will be accountable for safely and efficiently performing all processes related to the area of Grease Plant batch cooking. You'll join a growing team dedicated to providing quality private labels and all major brand lubricants to our valued clients.

Grease Cook Duties:

• Identify and use the correct raw chemical materials in order to bring a batch of grease into grade per the NLGI standards
• Safely utilize the necessary valves, heater, pumps, and other machinery in the post-cooking processes
• Fill out all paperwork completely and accurately
• Regularly communicate with a Supervisor the status of a batch in process
• Report any spills or leaks that could cause a potential accident or effect the environment
• Be mindful of housekeeping and keep a clean work area
• Develops and understanding of the overall process and is able to begin working towards a greater understanding of the position's needs
• Grease Process Tech I is the entry-level position to the Process Tech Positions, Grease Process Tech I is expected to progress towards Grease Process Tech II, beginning with assisting the cook setting off the day's batch
• Other duties as assigned

Grease Cook Requirements:

• High School diploma or (GED)
• Experience in compounding/blending manufacturing environment, is a plus
• Must be able to learn Work Instructions and safely follow them according to the product being made
• Capable of working overtime with little to no notice and on Saturdays
• Forklift certification is a plus
• Capable of lifting 50lbs repeatedly over the course of the shift
• Must be able to use ladders, stairs, and stand for long periods of time throughout the shift
• Must be capable of being certified to wear a dual cartridge respirator
• Requires very high attention to detail, organizational skills, and an aptitude for equipment usage
• Ability to multi-task and strong problem solving ability
• Experience operating pumps and valves is a plus
• Ability to read and legibly write English
• Must be able to read and interpret standard gauges and instruments is a plus
• Ability to work with others

About Us:

Warren Oil is the largest independent blender and packager of lubricants to the automotive, agriculture, commercial and heavy duty markets in North America. The company operates six manufacturing and packaging facilities, located in North Carolina, Arkansas, Texas, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. Warren Oil markets its lubricants, both conventional and synthetic, domestically and internationally to over forty countries, under the WARREN brand, the LUBRIGUARD brand, the LUBRIGOLD brand and the ITASCA brand. Warren Oil also manufactures and markets private label products for a number of Fortune 500 companies in addition to manufacturing and marketing a full line of automotive and heavy duty chemicals, including anti-freeze and brake fluids, under its proprietary AUTOGUARD brand name.

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