Mixer Operator

fgf brands•Lebanon, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mixer Operator is responsible for entering and reacting to all IPM data as stated in the IPM standards associated with Mixing. This role requires the ability to follow directions from the Team Leader and/or Shift Leader, work closely with others in a fast-paced environment, and communicate effectively with team members and managers regarding any problems or issues. The operator will also communicate with departing and arriving shifts, and actively participate in all training exercises, classes, and team meetings. Key duties include ordering ingredients by item code, verifying ingredients against the Bill of Materials (BOM) for each SKU, maintaining Internal and External Key Operational Variables (KOVs), and ensuring a clean and orderly work area. The operator must verify the correct formula is being produced by checking both the mix sheet and the Schick system, and safely and efficiently load and unload mixers. Adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and company guidelines is essential. The role also involves making necessary ice/water adjustments, changing refrigeration time/mix times/remix amounts as needed, and loading/unloading remix totes to maintain a constant supply. During shutdown, the operator is responsible for returning all ingredients, remix totes, and ingredient scaling barrels to their proper locations and sanitation. Performing timely and efficient changeovers is also a critical part of the job.

Requirements

After thorough training, employee must be able to operate assigned equipment.
Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds independently.
Must be able to frequently push/pull up to 50 pounds independently.
Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work closely with others in a team atmosphere.
Must be able to communicate with and advise team members and managers of difficulties or problems encountered.
Essential job function requires Mixer Operator must be able to stand, climb (stairs and ladders), reach, pull, push, stoop, bend, and lift, as needed on a daily basis.
Ability to work assigned hours, including required overtime.
Must be able to read, write and understand instructions, warnings, labels and postings in English effectively.
Must comply with GMP and Food Safety Requirements according to company policy.

Nice To Haves

Cross-training in various areas is encouraged.

Responsibilities

Enter and react to all IPM data as stated in the IPM standards associated with Mixing.
Follow directions from the Team Leader and/or Shift Leader.
Work closely with others in a fast-paced environment.
Communicate with and advise team members and managers of any problems.
Communicate with departing and arriving shifts.
Participate actively in all training exercises, classes and team meetings.
Order ingredients by ingredient item code number and verify ingredients, as necessary, according to the BOM for each SKU being produced.
Maintain all Internal and External KOV’s.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Verify the correct formula is being produced (i.e. using both the correct formula mix sheet and the correct formula in the Schick system).
Load and unload mixers in a safe, timely fashion.
Follow the proper GMP’s associated with their work area and with company guidelines.
Make the necessary ice/water adjustments (if applicable).
Change refrigeration time/mix times/remix amounts as necessary.
Load and unload remix totes as necessary to maintain constant remix supply.
Participate actively in team meetings and training sessions.
On shutdown – return all ingredients to dry warehouse, all remix totes/ingredient scaling barrels, etc. to sanitation.
Perform timely and efficient changeovers.