Mixer Operator - 2nd Shift

Stratas Foods•Nashville, TN

About The Position

Mixer I is an entry-level mixer position. The employee learns mixing processes, equipment operation, product specifications, safety requirements, and documentation procedures while progressing through established qualification requirements. The role operates and tends equipment used to mix or blend food products, including edible oils, dressings, margarines, spreads, shortenings, cooking sherries, vinegars, and cooking wines. Employees must follow mix instructions, maintain clear and concise production documentation, and perform other production tasks as needed. Candidates must be able to work their bid shift, overtime, and weekends as required, and successfully complete training and qualification requirements for their assigned mixer systems.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successfully complete designated training and qualification requirements for assigned mixer systems.
Basic computer knowledge, including data entry.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders, lift, bend, kneel, stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, and work at heights.
Ability to walk throughout the plant, including climbing up and down stairs and ladders, both portable and fixed.
Appropriate visual, hearing, speaking, smell, and touch acuity to identify and respond to normal, abnormal, and alarm conditions, including chemicals and temperature.
Ability to work through and break down complex problems and processes logically and methodically, and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
Willingness and ability to learn mixing operations and production processes; reliability, attention to detail, commitment to continuous learning, and receptiveness to coaching and feedback.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating mixing machines, blending, working in the food industry, or manufacturing; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Learn mixing processes, equipment operation, product specifications, safety requirements, and documentation procedures.
Construct and adjust recipes and understand process flow, including tracing product flow and lines through the process.
Understand basic mix variations, including salt content, moisture, and color.
Operate and tend machines to mix or blend food products.
Monitor and regulate gauges, recording instruments, flow meters, and thermometers; adjust raw material additions, mixing temperatures, and mixing speeds to maintain product quality and safe, efficient operation.
Operate CIP skids and break down and clean line components.
Follow chemical handling procedures, including use of required PPE.
Perform general housekeeping, rework, prepare packaging, package product, and complete other duties as assigned.
Complete documentation for product movements, batch sheets, and ingredient additions.
Demonstrate basic understanding of pumps and valves and change filters.
Complete assigned mixer-system training and qualification requirements and pass the qualification test.
Safely operate assigned equipment under the guidance of qualified personnel.
Learn and apply product specifications, process controls, quality standards, and food safety requirements.
Develop proficiency in equipment setup, operation, cleaning, and documentation procedures.
Work the bid shift, overtime, and weekends as required.