Mixing Operator - 2nd Shift

Griffith Foods

3d•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet. As a family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA, Griffith Foods is known for true, collaborative innovation guided by their Purpose of “We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World”. The company’s product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet. For more information, visit www.griffithfoods.com. TITLE: Mixing Operator – 2nd Shift LOCATION: Onsite in Alsip, IL SHIFT & HOURS: 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday (2:00 pm-10:30 pm) Hiring Hourly Rate: $23.18/hr. (2nd Shift Differential = 5%) 2 Year Earning Potential Based on Continuous Learning Progression Pay 6 Months - $23.97/hr. 12 Months- $24.77/hr. 24 Months- $25.56/hr. Griffith Foods is hiring a Mixing Operator to join our Production Team in Alsip, IL. The Mixing Operator is responsible for the safe operation and loading of mixing equipment to produce high-quality food products in compliance with company standards.

Requirements

Ability to safely handle 50-pound bags and boxes of raw material while loading it into a mixer, per specified recipes.
Ability to safely operate Mixing and Packaging equipment while consistently producing a quality product and adhering to company policies.
Ability to follow precise instructions in English.
Interest in learning to work on multiple different pieces of equipment, possibly on different lines.
Ability to read, write and speak in English including the ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English
Ability to write simple correspondence in English
Ability to communicate with individuals and small groups in English.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Within the first 90 days of employment, must be able to complete the initial Alsip Mixer Operator Training check list and must be able to complete all tasks successfully as documented on the position scorecard. (Provided upon hire.)
Must be willing and able to work at Alsip, IL location 5 days per week, Monday-Friday 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm.
Availability to work overtime on Saturday, as needed.
Please note, weekly hours are capped at a maximum of 60 hours and 6 days.

Nice To Haves

GED or High School Diploma
Three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge or the ability to gain knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics AX and RedZone software.

Responsibilities

Verify and ensure accurate counts of raw materials needed to produce a blended product.
Addition of raw materials to the blender following the manufacturing sequence on the formula.
Discharging blended product from the blender using the prescribed screen size.
Following specified customer sampling requirements of blended product.
Filling out of daily schedule control to document production, quality, and performance.
Cleaning and sanitizing the blender, sifter and support equipment including work area.
Disposal of trash and garbage containers.
Adherence to all department procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Benefits

Benefits for this role include Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, EAP, Health Advocacy, Financial Planning, Parental Leave, Care.com, Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance, Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement, Safety Reimbursement, Lifestyle Spending Account, Group Life & AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, ESOP, PTO, Holiday’s & Leaves, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Home & Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Long Term Care + Life Insurance & Legal Assistance.
There is also potential for a discretionary bonus, this bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.

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