3rd shift Operations Mixer I

Summary: The Operations Mixer I is responsible for executing approved mixing and batching operations in a safe, accurate, and timely manner. This role supports daily production by measuring, weighing, and blending ingredients according to approved recipes and SOPs while maintaining strict compliance with GMPs, food safety, quality, and safety requirements. The Mixer I operates under direction and builds foundational skills in batching accuracy, equipment operation, and sanitation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Execute approved recipes and batch sheets in accordance with SOPs and production schedules

Weigh, measure, and stage raw materials to ensure conformance to specifications

Convert measurements (gallons to pounds, pounds to kilograms) using a calculator as required

Operate mixers, pumps, valves, and PLC-controlled equipment to start, stop, and monitor blending processes

Monitor equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operation

Accurately record raw material usage, batch data, and lot codes on batch sheets and in the Oracle inventory system with verification

Collect samples and perform required in-process quality checks per SOP

Assemble, disassemble, clean, and sanitize mixing equipment according to sanitation and food safety procedures

Maintain clean, organized, and food-safe work areas

Follow all GMPs, food safety, sanitation, and safety policies, including PPE, Lockout/Tagout, and machine guarding

Communicate batching issues, material shortages, or equipment concerns to the Line Lead or Supervisor

Work collaboratively with Operations Mixer II to support daily kitchen schedules

Assist with other duties as assigned by supervisory staff

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Team player
• Basic math skills
• Detail orientated
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Mechanical and Troubleshooting skills
• Food Industry experience and knowledge of GMP.
• Able to consistently lift up to 50 pounds above shoulders
• Must be able to tolerate standing for long periods of time (8-12) hours.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Basic computer skills

Education:

High School Diploma/GED

Experience:

Manufacturing experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

Candidate must possess basic math skills. Be detailed orientated with good communication and interpersonal skills.

Travel Requirements:

None

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Majority of work is performed standing. Must be able to frequently lift up to 25 lbs to 50 lbs and be able to climb and descend staircases multiple times per hour.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

The Employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Employer does not discriminate in employment and no question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excusing any applicant's consideration

for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.