Mixer II- Day Shift

MIXER II
Summary
The Mixer II is a highly skilled worker responsible for understanding and following all assigned tasks and abiding by all safety requirements for all mixing areas. The Mixer II will also ensure their operation is efficient well maintained, cleanliness, and all required materials are available for mixing area. Is responsible for preparing and mixing ingredients for production use as per established formulas. They are responsible for following all formulas as stated on the mixer sheet without substitution of ingredients or changing the quantity of the ingredient.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares ingredients in mixing area per established checklist and schedule. This includes weighing, measuring, and verification of proper ingredients.
• Insures that the correct ingredients are validated prior to taking them to the mixing area.
• Insures that lot code identification numbers are documented per ingredient.
• Serves as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) of the work area.
• Insures that we have the correct amount of ingredients to complete run.
• Follows formulas with precise measurements to create a very specialized product.
• Performs the responsibilities and tasks assigned with the general guidance of the Plant Management.
• Takes measurements as directed by Plant Management.
• Determines and reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate parties.
• Clean up responsibilities:

• During downtimes maintain the surrounding area by cleaning the floors and disposing of waste in appropriate receptacles.
• Clean the machines and conveyors at the end of the shift.
• Clean the floors and dispose of waste in appropriate receptacles at the end of the shift.
• Production equipment responsibilities:

• Operates machinery or equipment as trained and instructed following safety guidelines at all times.

• Assists Supervisor in preparing for shift production.
• Work closely with the Supervisor and become knowledgeable of the mechanics and operation of the machine in use.
• Comply with the following programs within the production area:

• Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s)
• Any and all food safety programs.
• Any and all safety programs.
• Troubleshooting:

• Utilizes understanding of the production line to troubleshoot process/packaging problems.
• When possible, troubleshoots causes of customer issues or production problems and collaborates with other departments to provide efficient and effective resolution.
• Communications:

• Ability to communicate problems or issues that are occurring on the production floor to the production management team.
• Ability to work and communicate with other departments on production issues or concerns.
• Improvements in the Production Line:

• Advise the Production Supervisor when opportunities exist to improve the production line.
• As needed or as opportunities arise, work with Quality or Production management on programs related to SPC, Lean Manufacturing, 6’s and other quality tools.
• Personal Development:

• Take on additional responsibilities and consistently demonstrate problem solving skills in order to move up within the company.
• Follows attendance policy. Observes department call-in procedures. Exhibits timely arrival and departure and dependable time habits including meal and other breaks.
• Maintains a positive attitude and gets along well with coworkers.
• Exhibits teamwork and willingness to help others.
• Follows dress code and maintains a professional appearance.
• Can be relied upon to complete assigned tasks.
• Complies with established Departmental and Organizational policies and procedures.
• Works within a team environment to meet/exceed established production standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 year mixing work experience required.
• Must have a great attention to detail to be able to detect the presence of product or production issues.
• Ability to understand verbal and written communications in English.
• Ability to visually inspect product and materials.
• An understanding or wiliness to learn food manufacturing and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment.

FGF DNA
We’re foodies and our passion is baked in…

• Customer and Product Centricity – You are always keeping our products front and center.
• Flexibility, Agility, Adaptability – You embrace speed, change and uncertainty.
• Teamwork and Collaboration – You are a relationship builder.
• Passion for Excellence – You look for innovative solutions and challenges the status quo.
• Drives Execution – You are a risk taker!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Mixing: 3 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: One location