Blending Manager

Warren Oil Company•West Memphis, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Warren Oil Company, Inc., a leading automotive lubricant manufacturing company, has an immediate need for an experienced Blending Manager for our West Memphis, AR facility. We are looking for a driven individual with strong manufacturing acumen and a track record in continuous improvement.

Requirements

Degree in Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering, or Science related.
Minimum 7-10 years' experience blending product formulation, processing, distribution and warehousing.
3-5 years in Management Supervision
Ability to understand and calculate at a higher level math (algebraic formulations)
Proficient in business computer software such as Excel, Word, Microsoft Office.
Proficient in a company specific ERP System. Such as JDE or SAP

Responsibilities

Supervises the assigned staff of the blending operations; organizes, assigns and reviews work of assigned staff; trains and provides technical assistance and instruction to staff regarding applicable quality assurance procedures and blending processes; researches and answers questions; resolves complaints or problems
Oversee and manage day to day processing production operation activities.
Determines work schedules and deploys creative scheduling to increase safety & efficiencies.
Manage control room, preparing work orders and assigning specific duties.
Must be effective in control room management which includes but is not limited to; making efficient tank transfers to accommodate tank space, placing releases of bulk on a scheduled manner, working with the production scheduler to meet customer orders, working closely with the lab to create efficient blending schedules.
Oversees the team by planning, organizing, selecting, motivating, and evaluating/recommending training, ensuring all OSHA safety regulations are followed.
Provides support through the calibration of equipment and maintenance and all process piping to ensure equipment is in good working condition.
Knowledgeable of blending equipment which includes but is not limited to; tanks, automatic/volumetric gauges, hoses, pumps, filter presses, and pressure gauges.
Effectively work and communicate with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments.
Work closely with the lab in R&D as well as QA; must ensure product meets established specifications.
Evaluates existing processes and identifies efficiencies to accomplish quality and throughput.
Capable of troubleshooting blending/processing issues when needed/necessary.
Responsible for ensuring all product specifications are met.
Other duties as assigned.