Mixer Operator

AHF•Cartersville, GA

11h

About The Position

The Mixer Operator accurately weighs, batches, and mixes raw materials used in SPC flooring production. The role prepares material formulations according to production specifications and quality standards to support continuous extrusion operations. The operator safely uses high-speed mixers, material-handling equipment, and batching systems while following safety, quality, and housekeeping standards. The position works in an industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to raw-material powders, mechanical equipment, and elevated noise levels. Conditions are cold in winter and hot in summer. Employees must follow safety and housekeeping standards and wear required PPE, including respirators when necessary. The operator must be able to lift up to 50 pounds continually throughout the shift, and must learn to operate a crane and obtain LTO certification.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
1–3 years of experience in manufacturing or material batching/mixing operations preferred.
Ability to follow detailed material formulations and batch instructions.
Basic math and measurement skills.
Ability to operate industrial mixing equipment.
Strong attention to detail and quality control.
Ability to work safely around powders and chemicals.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift and handle raw-material bags and buckets weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in environments with dust and industrial noise.
Ability to wear required PPE, including respirators when necessary.
Must learn to operate a crane.
Must obtain LTO certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience in SPC flooring, plastics, PVC compounding, or extrusion is highly desirable.
Forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow plant safety procedures, wear required PPE, handle powders and chemical additives safely, maintain dust control and housekeeping, and follow lockout/tagout procedures when required.
Stage stabilizers, processing aids, pigments, and other additives; verify lot numbers and ensure the correct materials are used for each batch.
Operate high-speed hot mixers and cooling mixers, and monitor mixer temperature, mixing time, and batch consistency.
Operate and monitor conveyors, bulk material-handling systems, and batching systems.
Blend materials to meet product specifications and ensure batches meet formulation and process standards.
Perform basic troubleshooting of mixing equipment and promptly report material or equipment abnormalities.
Inspect material consistency, color, and blending quality.
Maintain batch records and production logs.
Assist with raw-material inventory management, manually load materials as needed, and store materials to prevent contamination.
Clean mixers and surrounding equipment, maintain an organized mixing area, and dispose of waste according to company procedures.
Learn to operate a crane and obtain LTO certification.
Lift up to 50 pounds continually throughout the shift.