Blending Machine Operator 1

OnSite: N. Charleston, SCAmalie Oil Company is North America's largest privately held independent blender of motor oils and industrial lubricants. With production facilities in Tampa, Florida; Charleston, South Carolina; and the Los Angeles area, Amalie manufactures over 3,000 products and distributes to all 50 states and over 100 countries around the world. Better than it has to be... Since 1903.Are you looking for the right opportunity to establish your career? We are growing and need talented team players to join us!

JOB SUMMARY: The function of the Blending Machine Operator position is to properly operate the pump and metering system to achieve accurate blends per request, as well as the loading and offloading of railcars and trucks. Regular gauging of tanks and obtaining samples are also duties often required to be performed by this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Perform daily gauges on tanks to calculate volumes by API gravities and measurements. Operate multiple pumps, meters, and steam valves to properly blend products in designated tanks. Properly chose tanks for blending based on provided compatibility charts, tank sizes, and tank drain capabilities. Provide preference information for the spotting of railcars according to loading and offloading capabilities. Load and offload railcars to designated tanks. Heat, dump, and kettle blend drummed additives in the additive shed for specific blends as requested by the meter and pump operator in compounding. Connection and disconnection of hoses in various pump rooms in order to achieve blends in proper tanks. Shooting air or pigs through lines in order to properly clear the lines of product and save product loss through clingage. Employees will be cross-trained in multiple departments Additional duties as assigned by managementREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSAble to work with minimum supervision. Knowledge of the blending process and the lubricants industry. Previous mechanical or blending experience is preferred. Strong communication & people skills, dependable and hard working. WORK ENVIRONMENT + PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSAbility to stand for 8-12 hours, able to use stairs, and lift up to 50 pounds. Unloading barges and ships, as needed Must be comfortable with heights Must be open to a flexible schedule, including working 12-hour shifts, holidays, and weekends Operate in a hot, oily environment. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTSlip-resistant, safety-toes shoes. Eye protection. Hearing protection.

BENEFITS: AOCUSA pays the full cost of our Employee's Health Insurance