Machine Operator I - Mixing - 1st & 2nd Shift

Makers Pride•Terre Haute, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Works in the Mixing Department to prepare product according to standard recipe requirements. The role operates commercial-grade mixing equipment with computerized control systems and requires attention to detail, adherence to standard operating procedures, and prompt reporting of quality or safety issues to Operators, Leads, or Supervisors. The employee is expected to work safely, remain on the production floor for the full shift, perform other duties as needed, and work a flexible schedule. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, with overtime and weekends. First shift is 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM; second shift is 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. The work may involve variable temperatures and weather, wet or humid areas, light to moderate noise, moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, vibration, and potentially high or outdoor work areas. The role involves frequent standing, walking, reaching, bending, stooping, twisting, and manual handling of materials. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available; candidates are responsible for ensuring they are legally authorized to work in the location.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures.
Ability to communicate in English to give and acknowledge instructions and report problems.
Ability to work more than 40 hours per week when needed.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and weekends.
Ability to apply basic math, including fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, and calculations using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Basic reading and math skills; ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
Ability to measure and read scales and understand units of measurement.
Ability to recognize problems and take immediate action, and to solve practical problems with limited standardization.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and independently at times.
Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for repetitive tasks.
Ability to distinguish colors.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment near others, cooperate with others in stressful situations, and meet deadlines.
Ability to work in variable temperatures and weather conditions, wet or humid areas, and light to moderate noise levels; hearing protection may be required.
Ability to stand for eight hours per shift; walk up to 400 yards to work areas; climb steps; and perform repetitive reaching, including overhead, under, and across the body, as well as bending, stooping, and twisting.
Ability to reach with hands and arms, use hands and fingers, and see, hear, and talk.
Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds as described in the job requirements; regularly lift ingredient boxes or bags up to 70 pounds.
Ability to push or pull items up to 2,600 pounds with assistance.
Ability to occasionally move up to 25 pounds using a hoist, pallet jack, or cart.
May need to crawl under equipment and may work near moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, vibration, high precarious places, or outdoor weather conditions.
Receptiveness to new ideas, concepts, procedures, and constructive criticism.
Sponsorship for work authorization is not available; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the location.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare product in the Mixing Department according to standard recipe requirements.
Operate commercial-grade mixing equipment with computerized control systems.
Follow standard operating procedures and maintain strong attention to detail.
Alert Operators, Leads, or Supervisors to quality or safety issues.
Work safely at all times and remain on the production floor throughout the shift.
Perform other duties as needed.
Maintain harmonious working relationships with employees and management across departments.
Communicate effectively with employees and management.
Perform general housekeeping, including sweeping and mopping.