What are the responsibilities and job description for the Blending Operator II position at Microbial Discovery Group?
About Us:
Microbial Discovery Group (MDG) is an R&D-driven product development and Bacillus fermentation company. We apply Real Science to a Trusted Process, yielding Proven Success for our partners. At MDG, we recognize the need for sustainable solutions to the world’s largest problems, and we work to solve them as part of our mission to Feed, Clean, Save the World. As a member of our team, your ideas and innovations are integral to who we are. Come grow with us!
Position Summary:
The Blend Operator 2 (BO2) will provide support in the daily operation of equipment used in blending, sampling, packaging, shipping production orders and other duties will be shared as determined by the Production Manager.
Responsibilities:
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Microbial Discovery Group (MDG) is an R&D-driven product development and Bacillus fermentation company. We apply Real Science to a Trusted Process, yielding Proven Success for our partners. At MDG, we recognize the need for sustainable solutions to the world’s largest problems, and we work to solve them as part of our mission to Feed, Clean, Save the World. As a member of our team, your ideas and innovations are integral to who we are. Come grow with us!
Position Summary:
The Blend Operator 2 (BO2) will provide support in the daily operation of equipment used in blending, sampling, packaging, shipping production orders and other duties will be shared as determined by the Production Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Operate all equipment in a safe manner.
- Support for occasional non-routine work hours.
- Willingness to assume additional duties as assigned is required.
- Execute job responsibilities in a manner that supports and contributes to Production metrics.
- Gather and weigh ingredients for blend processing.
- Select the blender to use based on order size and/or machine constraints.
- Add ingredients to the chosen blender and process per production orders.
- Submit samples of the blend to Quality Control and third-party testing.
- Package product per production orders after Quality Control release.
- Label product per production orders.
- Pack product on pallets and secure for shipping; properly label shipments with required documents.
- Load product on carrier trailers and process shipping documents and log.
- Receive, log and sample inbound shipments/materials as necessary.
- Work closely with Quality Control (QC) Department to assure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Responsible for compliance with maintaining facility cleanliness, post maintenance cleaning, and preventative maintenance.
- Responsible for accurate documentation on all records.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Ability to operate a forklift.
- Can recognize equipment malfunctions, notify the Production manager of all equipment issues.
- Demonstrates proficiency in basic math skills.
- Operates relevant equipment based on standard operating procedures.
- GMP and HACCP experience is a plus.
- High level of independence and initiative is required.
- Ability to complete projects within specified timelines.
- Ability to read and follow instructions for blending, sampling, adjusting and packing products.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Outstanding organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
- Handle and protect confidential data with integrity.
- High school diploma: relevant prior experience will be considered.
- One to two years’ experience in a blended product production environment.
- Experience in a blended product production environment.
- Experience with inventory management, material handling, measuring, sampling, packaging & shipping.
- Ability to work around liquid and dry chemicals (including biological ingredients.
- Majority of work is conducted in a fermentation production facility and includes frequent exposure to wet, humid, dusty, and noisy conditions.
- Work includes lifting (up to 50 lbs.), standing, walking, as well as occasional scooping, kneeling, or crouching.
- Mandated use of company-issued uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Adherence to all company safety procedures and regulations to maintain a safe working environment.