Blending Operator 1 - Food Manufacturing

Fortress Nutrition • New Berlin, WI

415d • $37,440 - $39,520

About The Position

The Blender Operator I at Fortress Nutrition is a full-time role focused on supporting the blending room production. This position involves working closely with the production team to ensure that blending operations are conducted efficiently and in compliance with food safety and quality standards. The operator will be responsible for assembling blending equipment, operating machinery, and maintaining documentation related to production processes.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Previous experience in blending or formulating food/non-food materials preferred.
• Experience in a food, dietary supplement, or pharmaceutical manufacturing facility preferred.
• Ability to complete standard shop math basics and communicate in English.
• Ability to work in a dusty environment with common food allergens.

Nice To Haves

• Punctuality and reliability with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to work additional hours (overtime) as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assemble all blending equipment prior to production runs to ensure proper operation.
• Dump raw ingredients into the blender according to the Master Manufacturing Record (MMR).
• Operate blending equipment to ensure bags are filled, sealed, and labeled correctly.
• Perform counts and verifications following the MMR and document in real-time.
• Conduct day-end cleanings and maintain sanitary conditions.
• Monitor quality measures and document quality attributes as per Good Documentation Practices (GDPs).
• Operate overhead hoist equipment and forklift as required.
• Interact with the production team to meet daily production goals.
• Cross-train with Packaging Operators as needed.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• AD&D insurance
• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Referral program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED