Mix Operator

Our Mix Operator I is a vital member of our production team, responsible for ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our packaging processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and monitor finished package weights to guarantee conformity to specifications.
• Configure packer scale weights prior to each run.
• Verify the precision of check scales before commencing operations.
• Regularly inspect finished package weights during runs.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, including disposing of waste and cardboard at the end of shifts.
• Ensure that products are bagged, sealed, and palletized in a neat and orderly manner on structurally sound pallets.
• Clean work areas, including disposal of trash and cardboard at the end of shift.
• Perform scheduled allergen cleans in the Mix Plant area, mixer, and equipment.
• Identify allergens using the company's color coding system and properly utilize color-coded utensils.
• Pull samples of product both prior to packaging and throughout the run, and conduct analysis on samples using equipment in the mill control room.
• Conduct Metal Detector checks as scheduled by the quality department and notify supervisors of any substandard conditions.
• Pull samples prior to runs to ensure conformity to specifications.
• Pull samples during runs once conformity is verified.
• For government contracts, take one sample per pallet for weight and lab testing.
• Keep bags available and ready for use, including those labeled for special customers.
• Attach labels to bags as necessary.
• Clean and sanitize packing and loading areas, including the hopper area above packers.
• Reprocess product that does not meet specifications.
• Assist in training new and existing personnel in packaging functions/positions.
• Organize, wrap, and load finished products as needed using pallet jacks or forklifts.

Qualifications and Skills:

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Familiarity with food safety rules and regulations.
• Understanding of basic principles of the BRC program and other food safety policies/procedures.
• Forklift certification a plus.
• Safety training required and provided by the company.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to multitask.
• Able to read and write in English; Spanish speaking a plus.
• Ability to work independently.
• Available to work flexible hours, evenings, and weekends may be required.
• Able to utilize computers for data entry, recipe card retrieval, and label making.
• Able to apply basic math to calculate ingredient amounts.
• Ability to maintain or exceed minimum packaging efficiencies.

Working Conditions:

• This position requires physical efforts such as straining, pulling, lifting, working, and standing/walking on concrete floors.
• Exposure to elements such as noise, dust, cold/hot temperatures.
• Extreme climate variations.
• Exposure to manufacturing equipment hazards, especially forklifts.
• Climbing ladders.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.