Dry Powder Blender

Job Overview
Machine operators load a big mixer with different powder minerals with a forklift and mix the material by pushing a few buttons to automate the mixing process. Then the material gets loaded it to a super sack ready for it to either be bagged or put on the shelf for inventory.

Maker of chemical powders that help with metal castings at foundries. It is a very dusty environment and requires certain PPE:

• Dust mask/respirator – In production
• Hard hat
• Safety glasses
• Long sleeves and long pants
• Steel toed boots
• High vise
• Hearing protection – In production
• Gloves

Duties:

• Run mixing machines for batch mixing of material.
• Regularly operate forklift.
• Regularly move raw materials from warehousing to blending operations.
• Track and record dosage, lot numbers, scrap, and production issues.
• Housekeeping duties, such as sweeping in maintenance, production, warehouse, and plant
• parking areas, and general clean-up. Make sure all material is returned to proper containers or
• trash area as directed.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as required to maintain an efficient operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 1-2 years’ experience in a manufacturing
• Basic understanding of general manufacturing safety.
• Evidence of exceptional ability: Clear communication, teamwork, problem solving skills, and
• ability to adapt quickly to changes.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for 10 hrs. daily.
• Ability to climb stairs