The posting
Blending Technician I
Tommy’s is seeking a Blending Technician I who will be responsible for daily production of detergents through chemical blending, quality testing, packaging, and safe handling of raw materials. This position is responsible for following established batch procedures, operating blending equipment, performing QC testing, and producing finished products while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.
What can Tommy's offer you?
Base pay and eligibility for annual profit-sharing bonus Full insurance package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Employee Assistance Dependent Care FSA with on-site Daycare options 401k match and complimentary financial planning services Paid time off and paid holidays Opportunity for continued education and tuition assistance Valuable learning and development program Significant ability to grow internally for motivated and strong performing team members Fun, energetic, family-oriented work culture with an emphasis on team member morale Growing nationwide brand / presence
Position Responsibilities:
Perform daily startup and end-of-shift procedures for blending operations Follow batch sheets to accurately measure, transfer, and blend raw materials according to established formulations Operate blending equipment including pumps, tanks, load cells, mixers, and HMI-controlled systems Perform QC testing including pH, specific gravity, and viscosity Fill drums, totes, and containers from the blending tank batches Handle hazardous materials while following OSHA regulations, PPE requirements, and safety procedures Maintain accurate production records and complete required documentation Ensure cleanliness and organization of the blending and production areas Report equipment issues, quality concerns, and safety hazards to supervision Individual projects as assigned Other duties as assigned; duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Position Qualifications & Candidate Attributes:
High school diploma or GED Forklift experience Experience in chemical processing, mixing, or blending Technical savvy and proficient in Microsoft Office; experience within database systems a plus Excellent written and oral communication skills Process-oriented and strong collaborator with ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization and across various departments Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to multitask and prioritize workload Highly adaptable with strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills; ability to exercise good judgement and make sound data-backed decisions High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation Views customer care as high priority; exhibits a positive can-do attitude Displays a strong initiative and drive to identify gaps and fill them
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
This job operates in a warehouse environment. Operating hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00am - 5:00pm. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets along with forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse / assembly tools and functions. This role operates primarily indoors with limited to no travel expectation.
To successfully perform the essential functions of this job, team member must be able to:
Work and commute in all weather conditions Able to effectively communicate, listen, detect, converse with, discern, convey, express oneself and exchange information Able to walk, bend, twist, turn, stoop, climb steps, reach with hands, use hands to fingers Work in a fast-paced environment where they will often be multitasking Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery such as keyboard, copy machine and printer Remain in a stationary position 50%+ of the time, alternating between sitting and standing Drive between company locations and/or vendors or suppliers as needed while on job Frequently stand and move about inside fast-paced warehouse environment Work with heavy and technical equipment, lift 50 - 70 lbs, go up heights on ladder Tolerate vibrating tools and louder than normal work environment at times Frequently stand and walk for the majority of each shift Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds
Overview of Tommy Enterprises Companies:
Tommy's Express is an international franchise for outstanding car washes and car care services. Powered by industry leading technology and decades of experience and planning, Tommy's Express car washes deliver a cutting-edge car wash experience unlike anything you've encountered before. Our fully automatic washes feature advances including the easy-loading car wash dual belt conveyor, wide open car wash bay for natural lighting, advanced presoak and sealer services, and free high-power self-serve vacuums on site.
Tommy’s Express Operations consists of a number of corporately owned Tommy’s Express car wash locations across the country. This is a quickly growing operation with intentions to open or acquire several new locations per year through the launch of Tommy’s Express Capital, a new private fund strategy.
Tommy Car Wash Systems (“TCWS”) is the power behind our Tommy’s Express equipment. TCWS is a team of passionate car wash professionals working to create opportunities for our partners to become the best car wash operators they can be. We provide modular building designs, robust stainless-steel car wash equipment, an advanced Wash Club license plate reader system, the Tommy Transporter belt, high performance wash detergents, and an industry-leading franchise opportunity. At Tommy Car Wash Systems, we have a solution for almost any size operator. Our team has assisted in the development of hundreds of some of the most successful car washes around the world. Together, Tommy’s Express and Tommy Car Wash Systems make up the Tommy’s Corporate brand, headquartered in Holland, MI.
