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Title: Blender
Position Summary:
Provide daily bulk liquid blending expertise in accordance with batch blend ticket orders provided by the customer service and scheduling departments. Follow blend procedures and batch formulas to assure product specifications are met. Perform drum filling or bag filling operations in the production departments according to filling orders. Perform blending or quantity calculations and verify product order specification through testing. Notify department supervisor of order inaccuracy or regulatory inconsistencies. Issue non-conformance reports and adhere to the ISO-9001 quality procedures program. Communicate status of the blending or production progress to the department supervisor.
Position Qualifications:
- Must have a high school or equivalent education with excellent communication skills, the ability to read, write and perform math calculations.
- Be physically capable of climbing ladders to access all plant locations including the top of tanks and railcar connections.
- Demonstrate the ability to make decisions and administrate corrective actions.
- Must have an equivalent 2 years of chemical handling, blending or packaging operations.
Scope of Responsibilities and Accountability:
Primary Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the blending and packaging accuracy of customer orders.
- Calculate and confirm order quantities according to customer specifications.
- Perform work in the most efficient manner. Recommend needed improvements.
- Communicate production activities and progress with the department supervisor.
- Issue non-conformance reports and comply to ISO-9001 quality procedures and GMP policy.
- Be knowledgeable of product characteristics and hazards stated in the SDS.
- Oversee the inventories of available raw material and supplies.
- Operate necessary conveying equipment and forklifts as needed.
Secondary Responsibilities:
- Assist in the hands-on training and development of new employees.
- Perform other reasonable duties as directed by the department supervisor
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
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