Blender

JOB DETAILS

Base Pay: $19.00 per hour

1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 7 am-3 pm

Benefits Starting Day 1

On Demand Pay (Access to Your Pay When You Need It)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Associate loads and operates a network of machinery to blend raw materials into compounds for extrusion.  Associate maintains consistency of raw materials from batch to batch.  Associate ensures clean flow of materials from railcars, silos, and hoppers.  Associate monitors blend network for proper operation.  Associate trains in the use of many computer programs utilized by the Blend department.

• Ensure consistency of raw materials and proper weight and balance of blended materials to create extrusion compounds using computerized monitoring system
• Operate and monitor computerized blending network
• Analyze printouts to ensure output of compounds and extruders meets or exceeds defined standards
• Adjust system to correct inconsistencies and maximize production utilization
• Unload railcars ensuring that outflow valves are properly adjusted
• Prepare railcars (receiving, releasing, spotting) and processes and associated paperwork
• Ensure all blend equipment, including gates, scales, motors, temperature gauges, AMP gauges, etc., are in sequence with formulation requirements
• Daily maintain clean and orderly work area, including control room, blend tower, silos and railcar areas
• Enter all data regarding blend operations by recording previous shift totals into BPCS and blend production spreadsheets
• Stage and stock daily all micro-ingredients required
• Restock upper blend level, hoppers, and change totes before shift’s completion
• Operate forklift and do forklift safety/damage inspection checks as required by Supervisor
• Perform other related duties and assignments as required
• Actively participate in all plant safety programs, depending on location
• Perform Production Associate 1 functions as needed

• High school graduate/G.E.D
• 90 days demonstrated proficiency in a computer automated environment
• Must be proficient in full blend and material handling operation
• Mobile Equipment experience
• Must be able to read, write and perform basic math skills as job duties require
• Must be able to perform functions of Blender 1 position
• Must be able to learn to work with computer systems
• Must have good manual dexterity
• Must be accurate in record keeping and recording weights
• Must be able to learn to safely operate forklift equipment
• Must have good communication skills, be able to interact with people, and be detail oriented
• Must have good organization skills
• Must be able to keep colors separate
• Must be familiar with and have knowledge of computers
• Must be able to accurately complete inventory and receiving paperwork
• Must have good reading and numeric comprehension skills
• Must be able to lift up to 86 pounds on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist and ability to team lift 87 to 100 pounds
• Extensive standing, frequent bending, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, twisting and walking
• Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to equipment noise, temperature extremes, and heavy contact with material dusts
• Position requires continual walking, standing, pulling, and heavy lifting
• Equipment/Tools Used:   Computer; bins; forklift and other motorized lift equipment; various handtools; safety glasses; hearing protection; apron, when necessary; gloves; mask
• Safe work performance is required from each Associate at all times
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in a safe manner in accordance with applicable Health and Safety Manuals
• Required to wear or use personal protective equipment as applicable and to immediately report unsafe working conditions
• Comply with all legislative requirements as outlined by Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
• Additionally, the proper discharge of safety responsibilities is an integral part of each Associate’s performance appraisal
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
• The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Site Address: 303 W Major St. Kearney, MO 64060

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Cornerstone Building Brands 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [email protected]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [email protected]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

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