Blending Operator

Blending Operator

Pay: $22.70/hr. (7:00AM – 7:00PM) – Full‑time, Entry level.

Join the team at Atkore’s Dallas, TX plant and support our premium PVC extrusion operations.

Atkore is a six‑time Great Place to Work® certified company and a four‑time Top Workplaces USA award winner. We are committed to an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture.

As a Blending Operator you will blend raw materials into PVC compound according to specified formulas, support extrusion operations, and communicate with various departments to ensure efficient production.

• Read and interpret the production schedule to evaluate upcoming compound blending and storage requirements.
• Accurately estimate compound needs to support extrusion while determining which silos or hoppers to route material for efficient production.
• Make adjustments to the blender controls and hoses to ensure proper blending for daily inventory reporting.
• Safely operate forklifts to move material to/from the blender area, scales, and warehouse.
• Communicate effectively daily with Maintenance, Production, Accounting, and Purchasing.
• Perform maintenance and cleanup for blending work and storage areas.
• Assist with monthly raw material inventory, monitor usage, and provide input for purchasing.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in extrusion or quick ability to learn PVC extrusion operations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic math skills for accurate counting and calculations.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and organization.
• Mechanical aptitude for maintenance and troubleshooting of mechanical, control, and conveyance systems.
• Ability to work independently, safely, and efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to Atkore core values:
  Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork, Accountability.

• Complete onboarding and required new hire training.
• Immersed in Atkore’s safety culture.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders.
• Acquire proficiency in Atkore’s business system and understand role importance.
• Ensure right blends are produced and documented.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis. Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader.