Blending Technician

Blending TechnicianNational Pipe & Plastics, a CRH company, is one of North America's largest PVC pipe producers, serving the water and energy markets from two east coast locations in Endicott, NY, and Greensboro, NC. But we're more than just a manufacturer. Our long history of exceptional customer service and product quality enables us to be a trusted and strategic solutions partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more. As part of the CRH Infrastructure Products business, we are leading the industry with innovative, sustainable solutions with a safety-first mindset.Job SummaryTo set up and operate all equipment and select materials required in the compounding operation to provide consistent material to extruders and maintain blend inventory.Job ResponsibilitiesUse safe working practice for operations and wear proper protective equipmentSet up the mixer system to produce compound needed for productionCheck weigh scales periodically for zero reading. Know how to adjust scales to zero. Also, must know how to zero scales with empty bucket or box on scalesRecognize all ingredients visually. Must be able to recognize per bag what each ingredient isWeigh each ingredient to the required formulation. Must be able to understand formulation they are using. Must put in ingredients in proper order to maintain proper batch according to accumulating weightsHandle material for weighing and supply blender with bucket weighed materials. Be able to operate forklift in tight areas to supply materials to weigh stationSelect and place for use materials for compound to be mixedConnect mixer to proper conveying system to generate proper input and pump to correct siloAccurately weight each material and add to compounder in the proper orderAlert foreman when weighing error is discoveredStock raw materials for mixing operation per operating policyMake routine inspections of mixer system daily. Write work orders for repair of items found not to be operating correctlyMaintain blend levels in silos as instructed. Must be able to climb silo and take measurements. Must be able to climb and work on top of railcarsKeep all hose caps installed on all railcars and hoses to keep dirt and rocks from contaminating resinReceive raw materials as directed by operating policyComplete all required paperwork as requiredAssist maintenance personnel in repairing blending equipment upon requestKeep work area neat and clean at all timesJob RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.What CRH Offers YouHighly competitive base pay Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs Group retirement savings program Health and wellness programs An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotionAbout CRHCRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization. If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest! Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/Vet/Disability CRH 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, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.