Blending Technician

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Oldcastle Infrastructure
Designs and manufactures precast concrete products for infrastructure and construction projects.
Set up and operate equipment to blend raw materials for PVC pipe production.
3 days ago ago
Entry-level, Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Colfax, NC
Onsite
Company Size
4,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Design
Consulting
Technical Services
Project Management
Construction services
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Water
Communications
Transportation
Energy
Buildings
Stormwater Management
Wastewater Treatment
Commercial Building Projects
Role
What you would be doing
mixer setup
material weighing
scale calibration
blend maintenance
safety practices
maintenance support
  • Connect mixer to proper conveying system to generate proper input and pump to correct silo
  • Accurately weight each material and add to compounder in the proper order
  • Complete all required paperwork as required
  • Receive raw materials as directed by operating policy
  • Set up the mixer system to produce compound needed for production
  • Make routine inspections of mixer system daily. Write work orders for repair of items found not to be operating correctly
  • Check 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 scales
  • Maintain blend levels in silos as instructed
  • Stock raw materials for mixing operation per operating policy
  • Alert foreman when weighing error is discovered
  • Use safe working practice for operations and wear proper protective equipment
  • Weigh 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 weights
  • Handle material for weighing and supply blender with bucket weighed materials. Be able to operate forklift in tight areas to supply materials to weigh station
  • Keep work area neat and clean at all times
  • Assist maintenance personnel in repairing blending equipment upon request
  • Select and place for use materials for compound to be mixed
  • Keep all hose caps installed on all railcars and hoses to keep dirt and rocks from contaminating resin
What you bring
lift 50lb
document reading
visual recognition
problem solving
high school
climbing
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
  • Recognize all ingredients visually. Must be able to recognize per bag what each ingredient is
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
  • Must be able to climb silo and take measurements. Must be able to climb and work on top of railcars
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Benefits
  • Highly competitive base pay
  • Health and wellness programs
  • Group retirement savings program
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
70 Years
Experience in Precast Concrete Manufacturing
The company has demonstrated leadership and innovation in the precast concrete industry over several decades.
  • Specializes in providing innovative, high-quality solutions for critical infrastructure projects.
  • Works on projects across various industries, including utilities, transportation, and water resources.
  • Products play a vital role in the construction of roads, bridges, utilities, and stormwater systems.
  • Expertise spans multiple sectors, including heavy civil, industrial, and commercial infrastructure.
  • Known for delivering durable, reliable, and sustainable solutions, serving a wide range of clients from public agencies to private enterprises.
  • A key player in ensuring project success from start to finish, offering both design and manufacturing services.
  • Innovative precast solutions contribute to shaping the infrastructure landscape in North America.
Culture + Values
  • Put safety first
  • Build enduring relationships
  • Operate locally, but act as one company
  • Continuously create value
  • Do what we say and act with integrity
Environment + Sustainability
50% Reduction
GHG Emissions Cut
Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions per weight achieved by using recycled plastic in Duralite® enclosures compared to virgin plastic.
2024 Transition
Environmental Impact
Switch to phosphorus-based flame retardants in 2024 to reduce environmental harm caused by brominated/halogenated alternatives.
  • Adopted a sustainability strategy aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals.
  • Focus areas: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Responsible Consumption and Production; Climate Action.
  • Committed to highest standards of environmental management and proactive climate change response.
  • Developed Duralite® composite enclosures using recycled plastic (water bottle caps).
  • Duralite enclosures are lighter than concrete variants, reducing emissions and allowing recyclability through a circular lifecycle.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Stated goal: identify, develop and leverage diverse talent across the organization
  • Reported inclusion and diversity as a strategic priority in recruiting and culture
  • Gender statistics not publicly specified on official sites
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