Blending Operator - 2nd Shift

Old World Industries • Prattville, AL

2d

About The Position

The Blending Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient blending, handling, and transfer of chemical products. The role operates blending equipment, handles raw materials, monitors product quality, and follows established safety and production procedures. The position works second shift in an industrial environment and involves exposure to chemicals, noise, varying temperatures, and production equipment. It is physically demanding, requiring frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Required PPE and strict chemical-handling and safety procedures must be followed.

Old World Industries describes itself as one of the largest privately held companies in the automotive aftermarket, with a 50-year history. Its brands include PEAK, BlueDEF, FINAL CHARGE, Fleet Charge, and Thermal Charge products.

Requirements

• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Basic math skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work second shift.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to wear required PPE and follow chemical-handling and safety procedures.
• Comfort working around hazardous materials and in an industrial environment with exposure to chemicals, noise, varying temperatures, and production equipment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, chemical handling, or blending experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measure, mix, and blend chemicals according to established formulas and production specifications.
• Load, unload, and transfer raw materials and finished products to and from tanks, railcars, and bulk trucks.
• Operate blending equipment, pumps, valves, hoses, and forklifts as needed.
• Monitor blending processes and perform quality checks to ensure product specifications are met.
• Safely handle, store, and transfer hazardous chemicals in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintain accurate production records and report equipment or quality concerns.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and follow safety, PPE, and housekeeping requirements.
• Support production goals and other operational needs as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness benefits.
• Company-matching 401(k) plan.
• Company-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
• Company-paid identity theft insurance.
• Company-paid disability benefits.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Company-paid employee assistance program.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Voluntary life insurance.
• Legal benefits.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• Hospital indemnity insurance.
• Pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed