Blending Machine Operator, 2nd Shift
About The Position
Amalie Oil Company is hiring a full-time Blending Machine Operator 1 for its onsite Tampa, Florida facility. The position operates pump and metering systems to produce accurate blends, and loads and offloads railcars and trucks. Regular duties also include gauging tanks and obtaining samples. Employees are cross-trained in multiple departments and may perform additional duties assigned by management. The role is on second shift, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with mandatory weekends at management’s discretion. The schedule may be flexible and include 12-hour shifts and holidays. Work takes place in a hot, oily environment and may involve unloading barges and ships as needed.
Requirements
- Able to work with minimum supervision.
- Knowledge of the blending process and the lubricants industry.
- Strong communication and people skills.
- Dependable and hard working.
- Able to stand for 8–12 hours, use stairs, and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Comfortable working at heights.
- Open to a flexible schedule, including 12-hour shifts, holidays, and weekends.
- Able to work in a hot, oily environment.
- Wear slip-resistant, safety-toe shoes, eye protection, and hearing protection.
Nice To Haves
- Previous mechanical or blending experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform daily tank gauges to calculate volumes using API gravities and measurements.
- Operate multiple pumps, meters, and steam valves to blend products in designated tanks.
- Select blending tanks based on compatibility charts, tank sizes, and drain capabilities.
- Provide information to help determine railcar spotting based on loading and offloading capabilities.
- Load and offload railcars to designated tanks.
- Heat, dump, and kettle blend drummed additives in the additive shed for requested blends.
- Connect and disconnect hoses in pump rooms to direct blends into the proper tanks.
- Shoot air or pigs through lines to clear product and reduce product loss through clingage.
- Cross-train in multiple departments.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
- Unload barges and ships as needed.
Benefits
- The company pays the full cost of employee health insurance.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurance plans are available.
- 401(k) with company match and profit sharing.
- Paid holidays and paid time off.
- Free life insurance.
- Chaplain Assistance Program.
- Medical Expense Reimbursement Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
