POSITION PURPOSE: 

The Blenders perform all chemical handling and blending, including raw materials, slurries, and coolants, for the purpose of supplying finished solutions to gallon, drum, and bulk-filling operations.

DUTIES, TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Blends products and works with blending team to complete assigned blending duties.
• Responsible for monitoring blending quality and working with blending team to efficiently finish tasks and store materials as needed.
• Ensures all requirements for maintaining a safe workplace are followed (PPE, rules & policies, applicable government regulations, etc.)
• Ensures all applicable paperwork/documentation is accurately completed.
• Documents chemical raw material usage/lot numbers on Batch sheets
• Receives Bulk Chemicals and raw materials, including tanker truck, rail car, and barge
• Assists in investigation of out-of-specification materials
• Maintains Blending area in an orderly condition
• Load bulk finished goods to tanker trucks as required. 
• Perform a variety of material handling operations and leans up and disposes of waste material. Cleans spilled batch material and finished goods to ensure safety. 
• Inspects tanks to ensure a safe and efficient operation. Look for areas of concern to tanks and piping systems and report issues as required. Performs maintenance functions as required. 
• Maintains good housekeeping in work area and grounds. Observes safety regulations and practices. 
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

• High School diploma or GED or 1-3 years of relevant experience 
• Valid driver’s license
• Must be a certified forklift operator
• Proficient PC skills, including MS Word and MS Excel
• Experience leading and managing others. Strong communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with co-workers 
• Ability to effectively handle group and individual work assignments 
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Understanding of written instructions and ability to complete assignments efficiently
• Good judgment and decision making
• Merchant Mariner Document license for Barge unloading is preferred

Old World Industries is among the largest privately held companies competing in the automotive aftermarket today. Built upon a 50-year history of ingenuity, the Northbrook, Illinois-based company is transforming the automotive, commercial and chemical industries that keep the world moving forward. Old World’s brands include a full line of PEAK® Performance Automotive Aftermarket Products including Antifreeze/Coolant, Washer Fluid, Lighting and Wiper Blades; BlueDEF® Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Equipment; FINAL CHARGE® PRO-SERIES Heavy Duty Extended Life Coolant, Fleet Charge® SCA Precharged Heavy Duty Coolant and Thermal Charge® Heat Transfer Fluid.

This opportunity offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness benefits 
• Company-matching 401(k) plan
• Company-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment benefits
• Company-paid long-term care coverage
• Company-paid disability
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Company-paid employee assistance program
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Additional benefits included: voluntary life insurance, legal benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, and pet insurance