What are the responsibilities and job description for the BLENDER position at Allen Flavors Inc?
Join Our Liquid Blending Team at Allen Flavors, Inc.!
Are you passionate about flavor formulation and production? Allen Flavors, Inc. is actively seeking dedicated individuals to join our Liquid Blending team as Junior Blenders and Blenders. As a vital part of our organization, you will contribute to the manufacturing of beverage formulations and play a crucial role in ensuring product quality and process efficiency.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Execute Batch Records and Procedures: Follow batch records and procedures meticulously to maintain consistency and quality in production.- Ensure Product and Process Effectiveness: Maintain a high standard of product purity and effectiveness throughout the blending process.
- Weigh Components for Batches: Accurately measure and weigh components used in batches to achieve precise formulations.
- Document Pre-Weighs: Record pre-weighs accurately to maintain thorough documentation of ingredients used.
- Prepare Pre-Blends: Create pre-blends for larger batches, ensuring proper mixing and ingredient distribution.
- Complete Scale Checks and Calibrations: Perform daily scale checks and calibrations to ensure accurate measurements and equipment functionality.
- Monitor Inventory: Keep track of inventory levels and report any discrepancies or shortages to the appropriate personnel.
- Maintain Records and SOPs: Maintain detailed records manually and adhere to standard operating procedures to ensure compliance and traceability.
- Communicate Across Shifts: Effectively communicate and document the status of processes in multi-task, multi-shift operations.
- Utilize RF Scanners and Barcode Printers: Familiarize yourself with and proficiently use RF scanners and barcode printers as part of daily operations.
- Implement Certified Programs: Understand and implement various company-certified programs such as HACCP, NSF, SQF, Food Defense, Food Safety, and Food Quality programs as required.
- Develop Processing Knowledge: Gain familiarity with processing procedures related to labels and packaging of various sizes.
- Product Identification: Identify and distinguish between different products being manufactured accurately.
- Follow Batch Making Sequence: Understand and adhere to the appropriate sequence of batch making to ensure product integrity.
- Other Duties as Assigned: Be flexible and willing to undertake additional responsibilities as assigned by management to support team objectives.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.- Experience: Previous experience in a flavor or industry related manufacturing or production is preferred.
- Skills:
- Excellent numerical skills required.
- Ability to read and interpret instructions required.
- Knowledge of weights and measures and the ability to compare them required.
- Knowledge of finished blends and raw blends preferred.
- Some mechanical experience preferred.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and roll a 300 lb. drum required.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills (verbal and written) required.
- Demonstrated ability to be a team player required.
- Demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented and have the ability to multi-task required.
- Demonstrated ability and drive to make process improvement/change required.
- Ability to operate a forklift.
- Demonstrated ability to perform work-related duties in a safe manner.
- Ability to work overtime as required.
Take the next step in your career journey with us!
If you are ready to make a difference in the exciting world of flavor formulation and production, we encourage you to apply for the Production Associate position at Allen Flavors, Inc.