Blending Operator I- $20.25/hr. -7AM- 7PM

Atkore•Weatherford, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently looking for a Blending Operator based out of our Weatherford, TX plant. Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the Blend Operator's primary focus will be to blend raw materials into PVC compound based on specified formulas.

Requirements

Minimum education high school diploma or equivalent.
Extrusion experience or the ability to quickly learn PVC extrusion operations.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
A good understanding of basic math is required for quick and accurate counting and calculations.
Attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and organization.
Mechanical aptitude is necessary for maintenance and troubleshooting in mechanical, control and conveyance systems.
Must be able to work independently, safely and efficiently in a fast-paced work environment.
All associates must embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork and Accountability.

Nice To Haves

Complete all Onboarding and required new hire training
Be immersed into Atkore's Safety Culture
Have developed a relationship with the key stakeholders
Be well-versed in Atkore's Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations
The importance of making sure the right blends are being blended

Responsibilities

Read and interpret the production schedule in order to evaluate upcoming compound blending and storage requirements.
Accurately estimate compound needs to support extrusion while determining which silos or hoppers to route material for efficient production.
Make adjustments to the blender controls and hoses to be certain that the proper blending for daily inventory reporting purposes.
Safely operate forklifts to move material to and from blender area scales and the warehouse. The operator must ensure that the right quantities and correct materials are available for efficient blending.
Communicate effectively with Maintenance, Production, Accounting, and Purchasing on a daily basis.
Perform maintenance and cleanup for blending work and storage areas.
Assist with monthly inventory of raw materials. Continually monitor raw material inventory and usage and provide timely input for raw material purchasing purposes.