Blender Associate

Ascentek•Roseville, MN

4d•$18 - $22

About The Position

With a purpose to make tomorrow a little bit better than today for each other, our customers, and our communities , Ascentek provides an environment where you can love what you do and be your best every day. What you will enjoy by being a part of a 2025 USA Great Place to Work certified company: A position that is: Hourly, Full time (1st Shift) Mon-Fri 7:00 am- 3:30 pm The Blender Associate will produce liquid blends for various products going to production lines and bulk deliveries. This position requires the utilization of all material handling equipment, including operating a forklift and overhead crane safely and efficiently, as well as maintaining accurate inventory through use of the warehouse management system for prompt, timely, and accurate deliveries to customers.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Experience blending materials using precise measurements and methods preferred
Troubleshoot mechanical problems as they occur
Understanding of KPIs and manufacturing packaging line processes
General Quality & Safety Awareness
Understanding of Lean Principles
Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Basic mathematical abilities
Mechanical aptitude
Forklift Operation Certification
Basic Microsoft Office proficiency
Inventory Management System (JDE)
Employee must have the ability to lift/carry up to 70 pounds occasionally and push/pull drums weighing up to 400 lbs. occasionally.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and/or use hands, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls.
The employee is occasionally required to stand, and/or walk and climb staircases frequently.
Employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations.
Ability to work flexible hours or weekends, as business needs dictate.

Responsibilities

Attend informational, training, safety, and compliance meetings as scheduled.
Follow written instructions on the Blending Work Ticket (PWT) for the production of various blended products
Gather raw material needed for blending a product per work ticket and blending work instructions
Comply with First Pass Blend (FPB) Quality Process to assure blends are completed to standards
Complete tasks as directed by order schedules with minimum supervision
Utilize all material handling equipment safely, efficiently, and perform all required safety checks and communicate need for repairs
Assist the Blender with measuring, hoisting, and pouring materials into kettles.
Flexible in work schedule due to product schedule and direction changes
Report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor
Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations
Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required
Accept schedule and direction when there are changes in workloads
Perform other duties as required
Attend monthly departmental and production meetings
Minimal travel required for this position, e.g. On occasion travel may be required between locations depending on business needs

Benefits

Medical Plan options, including fertility coverage and free mental health and telehealth coverage
Dental and Vision Insurance
FSA/HSA options
Paid parental leave
Company-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
Supplemental Insurances, including accident, critical illness, hospital, and supplemental life insurance
401(k) with a generous company match
Pet Insurance Benefits
Tuition reimbursement
21 Paid Days Off
7 Paid Holidays
Stylish company provided uniforms and personal protective equipment
Paid comprehensive on-the-job training
Career advancement opportunities