Product Blending Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Massachusetts, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Develop, implement, and oversee advanced product blending programs throughout the terminal network.

• Create standardized blending procedures, processes, and operational practices.

• Assess blending opportunities to enhance product value, flexibility, capacity, and operational efficiency.

• Formulate blending strategies that consider product specifications, supply availability, terminal capabilities, customer demands, and economic factors.

• Provide support for blending programs related to gasoline, diesel, butane, and other relevant products.

• Set controls for blend components, treatment rates, recipes, inventories, and specifications for finished products.

• Offer technical expertise and operational assistance to terminal teams.

• Resolve issues related to blending systems, equipment, processes, and product quality.

• Collaborate with Engineering and Technical Services on blending systems and equipment improvements.

• Assist in the commissioning and startup of new blending systems and modifications.

• Ensure that blended products conform to specifications and meet customer expectations.

• Support audits, inspections, compliance initiatives, and product quality investigations.

• Lead continuous improvement efforts and establish performance metrics for blending.

• Optimize component inventories and enhance blending capacity.

• Analyze blend yields, component utilization, product quality, inventory, losses, and overall operational performance.

• Work alongside IT and Data Systems on automated blending systems, controls, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms.

• Provide technical guidance and training to terminal staff.

• Lead or assist with blending-related projects from their conceptual phase through to implementation.

• Participate in Management of Change processes and coordinate cross-functional project implementations.

⛳️ Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of refined petroleum products and terminal operations.

• Proven understanding of petroleum product blending principles and practices.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Thorough understanding of product specifications and quality standards.

• Capability to evaluate blending processes from both operational and economic viewpoints.

• Excellent project management and organizational abilities.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient in developing and implementing standardized procedures and processes.

• Skilled in troubleshooting complex operational and technical challenges.

• Ability to collaborate effectively across various functional areas and terminal locations.

• Familiarity with relevant ASTM, API, regulatory, and industry standards.

• Proficient in operational, inventory, data, and reporting systems.

• Ability to lead change initiatives and promote standardization across a geographically diverse terminal network.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Operations, or a related field.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salaries and opportunities for career advancement.

• Talent Development Team training programs for professional growth and job enhancement.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance coverage.

• Additional wellness support initiatives.

• 401k plan with a matching component.

• Tuition reimbursement available after 6 months of employment.

• Options for virtual and in-person interviews, depending on the specific role.