Blending Lead

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure blending technicians are following standards and escalating when necessary to supervisor/manager
• Overseeing and leading a group of blending technicians
• Using safe working practices for operations and wearing proper protective equipment
• Setting up the mixer system to produce compound needed for production
• Checking weigh scales periodically for zero reading. Knowing how to adjust scales to zero and zero scales with empty bucket or box on scales
• Recognizing all ingredients visually. Being able to recognize per bag what each ingredient is
• Weighing each ingredient to the required formulation. Understanding the formulation being used. Putting in ingredients in proper order to maintain proper batch according to accumulating weights
• Handling material for weighing and supplying blender with bucket weighed materials. Being able to operate forklift in tight areas to supply materials to weigh station
• Selecting and placing for use materials for compound to be mixed. Connecting mixer to proper conveying system to generate proper input and pump to correct silo
• Accurately weighting each material and adding to compounder in the proper order. Alerting foreman when weighing error is discovered
• Stocking raw materials for mixing operation per operating policy
• Making routine inspections of mixer system daily. Writing work orders for repair of items found not to be operating correctly
• Maintaining blend levels in silos as instructed. Must be able to climb silo and take measurements. Must be able to climb and work on top of railcars
• Keeping all hose caps installed on all railcars and hoses to keep dirt and rocks from contaminating resin
• Receiving raw materials as directed by operating policy
• Completing all required paperwork as required
• Aiding maintenance personnel in repairing blending equipment upon request
• Keeping work area neat and clean at all times

Job Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.