One of our manufacturing clients is seeking a dependable Blending Operator to support production operations at their Grafton, WI facility.
**Pay Rate: **$20/hr - $22/hr
**Shift: **2nd/3rd shift
Responsibilities:
Weigh and prepare raw materials according to batch formulas, production orders, and established specifications
Operate industrial blending, mixing, and compounding equipment safely and efficiently
Load and transfer raw materials into mixers, blenders, and processing equipment
Monitor mixing times, temperatures, speeds, and other process parameters
Make adjustments to equipment and processes as directed to maintain product consistency
Perform in-process quality checks and collect samples for laboratory or quality testing
Accurately document batch information, material usage, production quantities, and process conditions
Identify and report equipment, material, or quality issues to the appropriate team
Perform equipment cleaning and basic operator-level maintenance between batches
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required
1-2 years of experience in chemical processing, compounding, mixing, blending, manufacturing, or a related production environment
Experience operating industrial processing or mixing equipment
Ability to accurately measure and weigh raw materialsPrevious experience with chemical blending, compounding, coatings, adhesives, plastics, rubber, or specialty chemical manufacturing