Blender - ASC

Reynolds American is evolving into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey. Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

The Blender safely and efficiently operates and monitors blending equipment (Tanks, Mixers, Blenders, Scales, Automatic Dispensing Equipment), following product-specific and size requirements. Maintains detailed records in electronic tracking systems (MES, Ignition) to ensure production of high-quality and semi-finished batches.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Operate and monitor industrial mixing equipment including blenders, casing tanks using electronic control and tracking systems (MES, Ignition).
• Prepare and kit ingredients according to specification using both manual scales and automated dispensing equipment.
• Responsible for secondary container ingredient management to ensure no cross contamination within process.
• Use mathematical skills to calculate ingredients required for kiting when partial bag quantities are required and to confirm total kit quantities.
• Responsible for handling and kitting highly flammable ingredients following all proper EHS policies.
• Responsible for handling and loading highly toxic ingredients into automatic dispensing equipment following all proper EHS policies.
• Use tools to disconnect dry and liquid piping during transfer failures.
• Work with internal and external controls group to provide trouble shooting information to address equipment, process, and inventory failures.
• Ensure automated dispensing systems are inputting correct type and amount of ingredients into the process.
• Perform quality inspections of key equipment to ensure batch integrity and collect batch samples for quality analysis.

What are we looking for?

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Strong mathematical aptitude.
• Computer skills.
• Walking, climbing, stooping, reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working at heights to 25 feet.
• Required to pass forklift truck certification requirements.
• Work Keys: Applied Math: Level 3; Workplace Documents: Level 3; Graphic Literacy: Level 4; Workplace Observation: Level 2

WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP

At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

SALARY AND BENEFITS OVERVIEW

Benefit Information

The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:

• 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.
  • Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent
  • Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not
• Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)
• Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan
• Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year
• On-site health clinics and fitness centers at manufacturing locations
• Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents
• Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
• Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
• Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan support
• Dependent Scholarship Programs
• Free confidential personal financial counseling service
• A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice
• Healthcare concierge service
• Volunteer service opportunities
• Extensive training opportunities
• Paid Leave:
  • Sick and Personal Time (up to 6 days)
  • Vacation (15 days (pro-rated days during first year of service))
  • Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion)
  • Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity  
  • Funeral Leave
  • Short-Term Disability Leave
  • Long-Term Disability Leave
  • Jury Duty Leave
  • Military Leave
  • Released Time for Children’s Education
  • Community Outreach Leave
  • Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law

• Your journey with us is not limited by boundaries; it is propelled by your aspirations. Join us at Reynolds American and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression is not just a statement – it is a reality, we are eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You will have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills.
• We prioritize continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.

Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!

Reynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email at wppgeneral@RJRT.com

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