Responsible for blending activities during the shift and to maintain high morale and work standards and strive to achieve company goals.

Responsibilities:

For all production positions, it is understood that all will be responsible for housekeeping of work areas, assisting with clean downs, following the Quality plans, following proper safety procedures, wearing the proper personal protective equipment, waste and yield loss control, understanding of all safety related procedures and ISO guidelines, completion of all documentation, proper material handling procedures, following good manufacturing practices, and coverage of the other positions for breaks, lunches and vacation/sick, as deemed necessary by the Production Supervisor.

Blender – Responsible for blending all ingredients listed on the mixsheet according to the mixing guidelines. This also includes proper identification of the blends. Responsible for operation of the container mixers and replinishment of blend on the production lines as needed. Responsible for cleaning of blender, resin handling system and work areas. Must accurately complete all blend process electronic documentation. Assist with clean downs in extrusion when available.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Must be safety conscious, adaptable, and dependable.
• Demonstrates exceptional teamwork.
• Possesses high levels of motivation, optimism and is action orientated.
• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills, organization skills, and problem solving skills.
• Leads by example, gains respect from team and communicates with clarity while demonstrating excellence in approach to work and people activities.

Work Environment/Physical Conditions

• Wears and properly utilizes appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in all areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, PAPRs, ear plugs, steel-toed boots, protective gloves, fall protection devices and/or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.
• Must successfully pass a company physical.
• Able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Be capable of twisting, bending, stooping, standing, walking, stepping, climbing or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, sometimes using steps or ladders.
• Be able to work in adverse weather conditions/temperatures.