4 OZ Mixer Operator-Day Shift

Bowman Andros Products•Mount Jackson, VA

1d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The 4 Oz Mixer Operator's primary responsibility is to operate mixing equipment, blending the various ingredients into the desired products, following all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and meeting all specifications as required. The 4 OZ Mixer Operator also pulls and submits test samples, records all required information accurately, and follows all SOP’s and regulations regarding Allergen Control, while ensuring continuous and efficient production. Bowman Andros is committed to maintaining a strong safety culture focused on preventing injuries and providing all employees with a safe, healthy, and productive work environment. Every employee at Bowman Andros is expected to demonstrate a personal commitment to safety by following established procedures, identifying and reporting hazards, and actively participating in safety initiatives. Safety is a shared responsibility, and we believe that all incidents are preventable through awareness, accountability, and continuous improvement. We strive to empower our teammates to take ownership of safety, look out for one another, and contribute to a workplace where safety is always the top priority.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Strong math, reading, writing and literacy required.
Must be able to understand and operate the Mixing machinery in a safe and productive manner, according to SOP’s.
Ability to identify all machine and work center stop buttons, machine guards, hoods, doors and safety warnings, among other items, to ensure safety and efficient operation of the mixing machinery.
Regular and reliable attendance required.
Follows 5S principles in Production areas; embraces and practices continuous improvement program at Bowman Andros.
Previous experience, aptitude and/or willingness for hands-on mechanical troubleshooting.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be always worn in the Production Area.
Must be able to communicate with all levels of management and maintenance.
Safe use of sharp instruments, mechanical tools (such as wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.), a non-powered Pallet Jack, a PIT, and a drum hauler.
Ability to work in fast paced environment where priorities change frequently.
Excellent oral and communication skills.
Detail-oriented.
Ability and willingness to work as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Basic Computer skills strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitors, operates and maintains the Mixing Equipment Machines in a safe manner.
Communicates with Forklift Drivers and Mixer Operators across all shifts for ingredient batch needs.
Identifies and locates all ingredients prior to mix time to ensure continuous and efficient production.
Maintains accurate batch / mix sheet records for each batch made, according to SOP and customer specifications, for traceability and auditing purposes.
Maintains the required Lot # information and ensure accurate recording.
Reads and understands ingredient barrel labels.
Reads and understands batch schedules.
Inspects all ingredients prior to usage for defective, damaged or quality/food safety concerns (i.e., mold, fermentation, etc.).
Has a general understanding of all formulas, as well as the operating and storage capacity of the plant, to be cognizant of the raw materials needed and available and product is mixed.
Mix ingredients according to Specification Sheet Recipe, to include, but not limited to: Maintaining product safety, legality and quality to meet or exceed Company and customer standards. Verify ingredients match the recipe specifications shown on the batch sheet and manufacturing specifications. Starting the mixing batches. Adjusting valves and switches as needed to aid in blending batches until the product reaches the desired consistency, color and formula, according to SOP’s and customer specifications. Adjusting ingredients, formulas and batches as needed according to the SOP procedures to meet customer specifications.
Responsible for testing and recording as required by SOP for traceability and auditing purposes.
Notifies Production management and/or quality of any issues that may compromise batch integrity or quality.
Continually monitors for cross contamination and foreign body risks to any ingredients or batches.
Continually manages and controls all Allergens as determined by the Allergen Control Plan, preventing cross-contamination.
Has a general understanding of the functions of the various pumps, meters, valves, and any other mixing equipment used in mixing the various products.
Successfully performs production changeovers, start-ups & shut downs including rinsing of all tanks & fillers; being able to understand and demonstrate sequences.
Has a general understanding of the sanitation and Clean-In-Place (CIP) cycles.
Loads ingredients into the mixing hopper in the correct order, from scales, meters, tanks, or hand trucks.
Communicates with filler operators regarding production stoppages as necessary.
Notifies maintenance and supervisor as needed regarding major mechanical or production issues.
Maintains a clean and orderly work area around their work station, including around and under machines and equipment.
Uphold and promote food safety and quality standards by adhering to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, and actively supporting a culture of continual improvement and accountability.
Other duties, as needed.