CPI Fluid Engineering, a division of The Lubrizol Corporation, is a world leader in synthetic compressor lubricants. CPI connects the best of both worlds – the production capabilities and technical resources of major equipment and lubricant manufacturers with the flexibility and responsiveness of a service-oriented organization. Lubrizol, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a market-driven global company that combines complex, specialty chemicals to optimize the quality, performance and value of customers’ products while reducing their environmental impact.  Lubrizol produces and supplies technologies to customers in the global transportation, industrial and consumer markets.  These technologies include lubricant additives for engine oils, driveline and other transportation-related fluids, industrial lubricants, and additives for gasoline and diesel fuel.  In addition, Lubrizol makes ingredients and additives for home care and personal care products and pharmaceuticals, and specialty materials, including plastics technology and performance coatings in the form of resins and additives.

The purpose of the position of US Lead Blend Technician I is to blend quality products in compliance with the RCMS, ISO 9001 and all standard operating procedures.  Responsibilities also include shipping, labeling, and packaging in order to meet customer demand on a daily basis.  The US Lead Blend Technician I is responsible for receiving in raw materials and for unloading bulk raw materials into the proper storage tank.  The US Lead Blend Technician will be involved in obtaining bids for projects and will deal with the service contractors.

Responsibilities

• Understand and comply with all applicable internal CPI /Lubrizol and external health, safety, security, and environmental policies.  Follow established procedures as described in ISO-9001 and RC-14001.
• Blend, package, and ship quality products in compliance with Quality and EHS&S Standards set in place by CPI and Lubrizol.
• Ability to perform physical labor (drum and pail material handling as well as lift chemical hoses).
• Safely perform operating tasks using a variety of chemical processing equipment.
• Organize work to meet multiple tasks.
• Print and complete PI Sheets in SAP.
• Package material into containers (pails, drums, totes, etc.)
• Prepare and ship samples to Midland QC lab for analysis.
• Clean equipment as required for maintenance or for next batch. 
• Assist in keeping warehouse clean and organized.
• Assist with maintenance on pumps, hard lines, meters, mixers, air compressors, forklifts and other equipment.
• Assist in calibrating meters and adjust calibration if necessary.
• Operate forklift in a safe manner.
• Assist in cycle counts and physical inventory.
• Unload raw materials from trucks and unload bulk raw materials into the storage tanks.
• Receive in raw materials in SAP.
• Pull orders and label appropriately.
• Load trucks.  Ensure truckload/container shipments are properly secured.
• Ensure appearance of products being shipped meet CPI’s as well as our customers’ expectations.
• Maintain clean appearance of tanks, scales and pipes.
• Member of the Emergency Response Team.  Certified hazardous material technician who will manage and control the release of hazardous material.  Meet and escort the local enforcement when alarm is tripped during non-business hours.
• Responsible for obtaining contractors for maintenance of equipment and other outside services.  Oversee contractors’ progress and responsible for contactors following CPI’s EHS&S requirements.
• Purchase maintenance supplies with P-card.
• Member of the Storm Water Team.  Responsible for following rules when releasing water.
• Scrap old, obsolete or non-working supplies/equipment with minimal cost to the company while adhering to CPI EHS&S policies.  

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Five plus years’ experience as a blend technician
• Basic math and reading skill
• Good computer skills
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions

CONSIDERED A PLUS:

• Previous forklift
• Knowledge of chemistry and chemical hazards
• Knowledge of pumping operations, tank operations, and filtration equipment
• Previous experience in a team-based work environment
  • • • Mechanical aptitude
      • Knowledge of SAP, Microsoft Office

Decision Making

• Ability to identify opportunities for process improvement.
• To be successful as a US Lead Blend Technician I, one must be able to perform tasks independently, take calculated risks and know when the Manager, or other management, as appropriate, needs to be included in the decision making process.

Behaviors

• Role model for behaviors defined in the Competency model that include:…
• Good interpersonal communication skills (oral/written)
• Solid work ethic (self-starter and highly motivated)

Working Conditions

• Requires use of appropriate PPE, Personal Protective Equipment, to fulfill safety requirements.
• Physically able to move drums weighing up to 450 lbs. with proper equipment
  Ability to lift 70 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Comfortable working at moderate heights (ladders, lift, scaffolding)
• Willing to work overtime, if needed
  Willing to work evenings and weekends if needed

Midland, Michigan offers a great quality of life with a mix of small-town America character blended with big-city opportunities.  Our residents enjoy artistic, cultural and recreational opportunities fit for communities many times our size – all with the convenience and charm of a county of 83,000 people.  There is so much more to see and experience right here in Midland County and we invite you to experience this great quality of life that Midland has to offer. 

Lubrizol is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, religion, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic or trait protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

Please let us know if you need an accommodation to proceed with your application for a posted job, or with any other aspect of the interview or assessment process.  You can either call 440-943-4200 and ask for Talent Acquisition or send an email to talentacquisition@lubrizol.com. Please note that this phone line and email address are not to be used for checking on the status of an already submitted application and not to be used by third party recruiters.