Blending Operator I - 2nd Shift
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 21, 2026. OWI scores B on the Alion truth index.
Position Purpose:
The Blending Supervisor directs team of blenders in all chemical handling and blending, including raw materials, slurries, and coolants, for the purpose of supplying finished solutions to gallon-, drum-, and bulk-filling operations.
Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities:
Supervise, coach and mentor blending team to ensure efficiency and quality standards are intact
Ensures all requirements for maintaining a safe workplace are followed (PPE, rules & policies, applicable government regulations, etc.)
Drive safety standards for team through 6S methodologies
Responsible for all Blending activities, including Slurries and Coolants.
Ensures all applicable paperwork/documentation is accurately completed
Documents chemical raw material usage/lot numbers on Batch sheets
Receives Bulk Chemicals and raw materials, including tanker truck, rail car, and barge
Assists in investigation of out-of-specification materials
Maintains Blending area in an orderly condition
Encourage a team-oriented and eager to learn mindset
Takes initiative and shares process improvements
Assists in various ad-hoc projects
Other duties as assigned
Education, Skills and Abilities:
Merchant Mariner Document license is required for Barge unloading
High School diploma or GED Required
3-5 years of experience in a supervisory or team lead role
Valid driver’s license
Forklift certification a plus
Ability to effectively lead employees in a manufacturing environment
Proficient PC skills, including MS Word and MS Excel
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to effectively handle group and individual work assignments
Demonstrated problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Understanding of written instructions and ability to complete assignments efficiently
Good judgment and decision making
This opportunity offers a competitive benefits package including:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness benefits
Company-matching 401(k) plan
Company-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment benefits
Company-paid identity theft insurance
Company-paid disability
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Company-paid employee assistance program
Paid time off and paid holidays
Additional benefits included: voluntary life insurance, legal benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and pet insurance
Old World Industries is among the largest privately held companies competing in the automotive aftermarket today. Built upon a 50-year history of ingenuity, the Northbrook, Illinois-based company is transforming the automotive, commercial and chemical industries that keep the world moving forward. Old World’s brands include a full line of PEAK® Performance Automotive Aftermarket Products including Antifreeze/Coolant, Washer Fluid, Lighting and Wiper Blades; BlueDEF® Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Equipment; FINAL CHARGE® PRO-SERIES Heavy Duty Extended Life Coolant, Fleet Charge® SCA Precharged Heavy Duty Coolant and Thermal Charge® Heat Transfer Fluid.