Job Summary:

The Blending Automation Technician supports Omni’s blending operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing automated blending and tank-farm systems. This includes PLC-based controls, HMI interfaces, sensors, transmitters, automated valves, meters, pumps, and batch-control software. This role is hands-on in the plant and requires strong technical skills, problem-solving capability, and the ability to respond quickly to blending system issues that affect production.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Work safely by identifying workplace hazards and working to remove those hazards or notifying Management of those hazards before performing a task.
Follow all Company Safety Policies and Procedures.
Troubleshoot PLC system faults, I/O issues, and communication errors (no programming required, but ability to read logic preferred).
Diagnose and repair HMI alarms, display issues, and connection problems.
Identify faulty sensors, transmitters, automated valves, and control components.
Support Blend and Bulk Operations automation systems (ILB, DDU, IFS process flows).
Respond to blending process failures, batch errors, and equipment alarms.
Troubleshoot pumps, mixers, valves, lines, and transfer systems.
Support root-cause analysis for recurring system or automation faults.
Assist blending operators with advanced troubleshooting steps.
Maintain logs, wiring diagrams, instrument lists, troubleshooting notes, and other history.
Train blending technicians on troubleshooting and safe system handling.
Respond to automation and instrumentation problems with appropriate urgency to minimize operational downtime.
Use a structured troubleshooting approach to identify the source of equipment and process failures.
Work closely with the Blend Lead and operators to identify and address recurring equipment and system issues.
Partner with Engineering and Maintenance on controls, instrumentation, and equipment improvement projects.
Participate in commissioning, testing, and startup of new or modified Blending and Tank Farm equipment.
Work within the team to complete tasks and achieve departmental and plant goals.
Effectively communicate with departmental employees and interact professionally with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Warehouse, and other Plant personnel.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Management.

Core Competencies:

Ability to learn, understand, and effectively operate and troubleshoot the In-Line Blender and associated process equipment.
Ability to understand and trace process piping, tank routing, pumps, valves, and material flow.
Working knowledge of industrial controls (PLC basics, HMIs, sensors, automated valves).
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting capability.
Ability to read wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and basic ladder logic.
Comfortable working around chemical blending operations and tank-farm systems.
Strong urgency and communication skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Self-starter with the ability to take initiative and make appropriate operational decisions within the scope of the position.
Moderate computer skills, including the ability to operate applicable computer systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent.
2–5 years experience in industrial maintenance, automation support, instrumentation, or process operations.
Experience in blending, oil & gas, or process manufacturing.
Experience with blending operations, pumps, process piping, tanks, and material transfers preferred.
Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs or FactoryTalk HMI preferred.
Basic understanding of SCADA or batch-control systems preferred.
Exposure to preventive maintenance and reliability tools preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Must be willing and able to work assigned hours and additional hours as needed to support operational requirements.
Ability to climb and work at heights greater than 10 feet utilizing required safety systems.
Ability to spend portions of the workday in Blending, Bulk Operations, tank farm, drum-storage areas, rail spur, and other Plant operating areas.
Willing and able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to lift and pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
Ability to perform the physical activities necessary to operate blending equipment, manipulate hoses and valves, access tanks and process equipment, and perform routine inspections throughout the shift.

Omni Specialty Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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