Blending Operator

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Set up, operate and blend material per the specifications. Provide technical competence in the operation of blending equipment.

• Follow all blend formulations and insure all components are accurately formulated in the blender.
• Document all final blends including: date, time, blender name, components, location, weight and operator completing the blend form.
• Daily communication with operations manager for production runs as well as any concerns regarding equipment or operations.
• Insure tracks are clear, assist on all switches and report any damages if necessary.
• Pull all incoming/outgoing samples for lab analysis.
• Wash and dry all empty silos, blenders and railcars prior to loading.
• Insure proper seals are in place for all loaded railcars.
• Follow proper procedures for loading bulk trucks, including the inspection of proper connections, operations and completion.
• Complete transloading operations per the work order, including proper hose connections between railcars.
• Work in a safe manner and follow all company rules and policies concerning safety and PPE.
• Ensure that you have a productive, safe, clean, and efficient work environment.
• Conduct visual checks of machinery and elevate any issues to appropriate management or maintenance.
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by Supervisor.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in warehouse and/or blending environment.
• Knowledge of material type and specification related to polymers.
• Good math, language, and reading skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well with others.
• Able to follow instructions.
• Knowledge of proper PPE requirements.
• Functional knowledge of handling rail cars and troubleshooting skills.
• Basic computer skills may be required.

High School Diploma/GED

• A variety of standing, sitting and walking throughout the day
• Ability to adjust body position to bend, stoop, stand, walk, turn, pivot and stand for long periods of time.
• Potential lifting of up to 55 pounds
• Occasional climbing of ladders
• Use of basic warehouse equipment and hand tools
• Ability to differentiate colors, depth and perception
• Ability to work in varying temperatures and weather conditions, depending upon season

Baytown, TX

Ravago Americas is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or marital status. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with this employer depends solely upon your qualifications.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Plastics Manufacturing