Blending Operator

About the role

Brenntag is hiring a Blending Operator in Lenoir to handle liquid and dry chemical products safely and efficiently in warehouse and transfer operations. The role covers mixing and blending chemicals, loading and unloading trucks, tankers and railcars, operating forklifts, repackaging and labeling materials, and keeping accurate inventory records. It is a hands-on, physically active position with no supervisory responsibilities.

Key responsibilities

• Mix, blend and manufacture products, keeping them on specification through process data and testing, and using scrubbers, ventilation and bonding/grounding for safe operations
• Receive, unload and load chemicals from trucks, tankers and railcars, inspect vehicles, sample products, verify documents and keep receiving/shipping logs
• Operate powered and manual forklifts (with certification) and move raw materials and finished goods
• Repackage product into cylinders, drums, totes, pails or tankers, paying special attention to food-grade and USP items, and store hazardous waste in compliance with regulations
• Check stored product for deterioration, rearrange stock and assist with physical inventory counts
• Keep the warehouse clean and safe, report spills immediately, and protect property from theft or damage
• Other duties as assigned, including general warehouse work

Required profile

• High school diploma, GED or US military experience; candidates with 2+ years of chemical operations experience may be considered if education or service requirements are not fully met
• Forklift operator certification or ability to pass the exam and operate a forklift safely
• Ability to read and follow detailed instructions in English, do basic math in all units of measure, and use smartphones, tablets, computers and PLCs
• Available any day of the week for 8-12 hour shifts, willing to work overtime or weekends, with good safety and attendance record
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen, background check and E-verify; must be able to get a TWIC card for MTSA sites
• Physical ability to stand and walk most of the day, climb ladders to tanks and tankers, and work outdoors in variable weather

What we offer

• Individual development, on-the-job training and career growth programs
• Paid parental leave
• Educational assistance program and employee assistance program
• Healthcare plan options and 401(k)