A Mixing Machine Operator operates and maintains machines that mix materials, such as foodstuffs, chemicals, color pigments, or other ingredients in a manufacturing process.
Blender- Dorf Ketal Energy Services Dorf Ketal - 3.3 Midland, TX Job Details 22 hours ago Qualifications Chemical handling safety procedures Forklift Industrial mixers Material mixing High school diploma or GED Manufacturing standard operating procedures Pumping systems Dangerous goods Materials handling Industrial chemical handling Standard operating procedures (SOPs) Material handling equipment operation Full Job Description
ROLE SUMMARY
The Blender is responsible for carrying out blending operations by obtaining and understanding batch documentation, ensuring correct ingredients are used, pumping and pouring chemicals into blend tanks in predetermined quantities, and monitoring raw material usage for correct weights. This role operates mixers, scales, meters, pumps, forklifts, and other equipment safely; transports materials by forklift; maintains, inspects, and cleans equipment and facilities; completes batch documentation; participates in monthly physical inventory counts; and follows operational procedures and SOPs. The position supports Dorf Ketal's culture of "I Own It" and "Be THE Solution" by executing batches accurately, following safety and HazMat requirements, and contributing to quality, RCMS, and operational compliance.
STRATEGIC BUSINESS IMPACT
Strategic Focus Business Impact DK Value Alignment Batch Execution Supports accurate production of blends by following documentation, ingredients, quantities, and SOPs I Own It Material Handling Pumps, pours, transports, ships, receives, and handles raw and finished materials safely Be THE Solution Equipment Operation Operates mixers, scales, meters, pumps, forklifts, and processing equipment safely Operational Excellence Documentation & Inventory Completes paperwork, batch documentation, and monthly physical inventory participation I Own It Safety, HazMat & Compliance Follows Safety, HazMat, ISO 9001, RCMS, and site compliance expectations Operational Excellence
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Batch Production & Material Mixing Obtain and understand all documentation required for making batches. Ensure correct ingredients are used for each batch and added in predetermined quantities. Pump and pour chemicals into blend tanks according to batch requirements. Monitor raw material usage on each blend to confirm materials are added correctly with correct weights. Equipment Operation & Material Movement Operate equipment such as mixers, scales, meters, pumps, forklifts, and related processing equipment safely. Use forklift equipment to transport materials in accordance with site procedures. Start pumps and agitators and properly move controls of processing equipment. Maintain, inspect, and clean equipment and facilities as required. Documentation, Inventory & Issue Escalation Complete all paperwork and batch documentation in a timely manner. Properly handle and report associated paperwork for operational, shipping, and receiving activities. Participate in the monthly physical count of onsite inventory of all materials. Refer issues or problems to the supervisor and/or manager. Safety, HazMat, Quality, RCMS & Other Projects Become proficient with required Safety and HazMat policies, procedures, and reporting. Follow operational procedures and SOPs. Support and assist in implementing and maintaining certified management systems ascribed to DK, such as
ISO 9001.
Support and assist in implementing and maintaining the RCMS program and promote awareness of Dorf Ketal's HSSE policy, objectives, and goals.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education High school diploma or equivalent. Experience 1-3 years of related experience. Technical Skills Ability to understand batch documentation and follow operational procedures and SOPs. Ability to safely handle and mix raw materials and finished materials, including chemicals. Ability to operate mixers, scales, meters, pumps, forklifts, agitators, and related processing equipment. Ability to manipulate bags up to 100 pounds, 55-gallon drums of chemicals, totes of chemicals, and drive a forklift.
