Blending Operator - 1st and 2nd shifts available

JOB DESCRIPTION FOR BLENDER/MIXER OPERATOR

JOB TITLE: BLENDER/MIXER OPERATOR                                   

DEPARTMENT:  PRODUCTION

Status:  Hourly

JOB SUMMARY:  Fully trained to run all mixers and fork truck and operates/oversees all machines in the department to blend ingredients into compounds for processing by performing the following duties:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Specific duties include:

• Report to work on time
• Demonstrate the ability to work with others and follow directions
• Understanding of safety procedures, OSHA and GMP’s
• Be able to lift 100 lbs.
• Keep work area clean including all tools needed for the jobs
• Be able to assist in performing changeovers
• Be able to safely operate hoist and electric pallet jack
• Show initiative and willingness to learn
• Demonstrate basic comprehension and math skills
• Load ingredients
• Turn mixer
• Pull samples and load into bulk bags
• Verify tickets
• Be able to box and label ingredients off of mixer
• Ability to work independently on blenders (include. mixing and changeovers)
• Be able to train and mentor incoming operators (temps and new hires)
• Demonstrate an understanding of safety procedures and GMP’s
• Be able to properly fill in for absent co-workers (different machines or do trash)
• Check and verify ingredients in blends for accuracy in appearance and weight
• Be able to accurately fill out production report
• Demonstrate an understanding of mixing procedures of mixing procedures (granular before powders, whole and leafy materials last)
• Knowledge of codes for ingredients
• Complete assigned tasks in a safe, efficient and timely manner
• Set up sifter
• Back-up for a lead man in the department
• Enter data information into the system
• Forklift driver
• Participates in improvement projects

SKILLS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, subtract, add, multiply, divide and write in order to keep documented logs. A High School diploma is required along with a minimum of 1-5 years of experience in a related field. Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:  Noise and dust levels can be high at times. PPE required.

Job Summary: 

·         Reports to work on time

·         Demonstrates the ability to work with others and independently as well as follow directions.

·         Understand and follow all safety procedures, OSHA and GMP’s.

·         Able to lift up to 100 lbs.

·         Keep work area clean including all tools needed for the job.

·         Be able to perform changeovers from one product to another.

·         Be able to safely operate hoist and pallet jacks when required.

·         Show initiative and willingness to learn.

·         Demonstrate basic comprehension and math skills.

·         Load hoppers with bulk bag material.

·         Pack product into boxes or bags.

·         Able to fill bags and operate sifter.

·         Ability to read a scale.

·         Ability to feed bags through a bag sealer.

·         Ability to understand metal detection and rejection.

·         Ability to use a tape gun and lift up to 50 lbs.

Skills and Education Requirements:  A High School diploma

Inter-relations: Contact with co-workers, management, and supervisor.

Working Conditions:  Overtime as required with short notice at times.

Shift is:

6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. or 

2:15pm-10:45pm

Fuchs Offers a competitive benefits package, including 401k matching dollar for dollar up to 6%.  We are willing to train.

Join a dynamic and diverse team with competitive pay and benefits

Fuchs is an Equal Opportunity Employer