Blender Operator

Schreiber Foods•Beloit, WI

About The Position

The Blender Operator verifies label information and loads ingredients into the blender in the order specified in the batch record. The role maintains and cleans equipment, parts, tools, utensils, and the work area to meet housekeeping and 5S standards, while keeping materials and equipment appropriately separated by food allergens. The operator works to meet production needs and goals while minimizing product shrink and downtime, performs basic troubleshooting of blending equipment and processes, and contacts Maintenance when needed. The position also requires accurate and timely completion of paperwork and transactions, including batch entry logs, cleaning forms, room logs, and work orders, and identification of Critical Control Points (CCPs). The operator actively participates in shift exchanges and work team meetings and follows Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures. This role requires working with dairy, nut products, and other related ingredients and allergens. Employees must stop observed unsafe acts, follow facility safety rules and procedures, correct or report safety hazards, and support safety policies and programs. Duties may be expanded as management deems necessary. The schedule is 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. on a 2-2-3 rotation, D Crew.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Minimum one year of experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
Ability to obtain forklift and pallet jack certification.
Ability to obtain Lockout Tagout (LOTO) certification.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must complete and pass the required Wonderlic test.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Customer-focused approach and dedication to meeting internal and external customer expectations.
Strong organizational skills, ability to establish priorities and multitask, and ability to meet deadlines.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
Basic computer operational skills, including inputting and retrieving computerized information.
Ability to exchange basic information, including completing forms and checklists and copying data between records.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels.
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal safety instructions, work procedures, and workplace communications.
Professional manner and ability to maintain constructive working relationships.
Ability to work with dairy, nut products, and other related ingredients and allergens.
Must have authorization to work in the country where the role is based.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience in a food manufacturing environment.
High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Verify label information and load ingredients into the blender in the order specified in the batch record.
Maintain and clean equipment, parts, tools, utensils, and the work area while meeting housekeeping and 5S standards.
Maintain appropriate separation of materials and equipment by food allergens.
Meet production needs and goals while making efforts to minimize product shrink and downtime.
Conduct basic troubleshooting of blending equipment and processes, contacting Maintenance as needed.
Complete required paperwork and transactions accurately and in a timely manner, including batch entry logs, cleaning forms, room logs, and work orders.
Identify Critical Control Points (CCPs).
Participate in shift exchanges and work team meetings.
Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures.
Stop observed unsafe acts, obey facility safety rules and procedures, correct or report safety hazards, and support safety policies and programs.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one.
8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, plus an additional employer contribution toward retirement each year.
Opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when company goals are met.
Personal Time Off (PTO) starting on day one.
Up to $5,000 annually for childcare costs, including monthly contributions toward independent babysitters.
Wellness Incentive and employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account for fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
Role- and career-relevant development opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, pet, and mental health benefits starting day one.
Partners Helping Partners assistance program.