Production Operator - Blending

Chr. Hansen•Wausau, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Blending Operator on Novonesis’s Blending team, you will support daily manufacturing operations by producing high-quality products safely, accurately, and in compliance with quality, GMP, and regulatory standards. The team checks in materials, sets up equipment, and weighs and mixes ingredients. Blending operations are performed by two people working together. The role involves preparing and operating blending equipment, weighing and mixing ingredients according to batch recipes, documenting production activity, and supporting quality testing and continuous improvement. The position is based on-site in Wausau, Wisconsin, on the weekend shift from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday through Sunday. The manufacturing environment includes equipment, noise, and airborne materials. Frequent movement and lifting of materials weighing from 1 kg to 50 kg are required, along with PPE and PAPR use in designated environments.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and speak English.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to apply basic math skills, including metric weight and volume conversions.
Ability to read and follow production journals and batch documentation.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to communicate clearly with coworkers about production status.
Ability to use basic hand tools for equipment assembly and disassembly.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including frequent movement and lifting materials weighing from 1 kg to 50 kg.
Ability to use required PPE and PAPR in designated environments and follow safety, health, and environmental regulations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
Experience working in a GMP-regulated or food production environment.
ERP system experience, including SAP.
Forklift or pallet walker experience.
Familiarity with Lean or continuous improvement concepts.
Strong reliability and attendance record.
Interest in learning new processes and expanding technical skills.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, adjust, clean, and sanitize blending equipment according to procedures.
Accurately weigh and mix raw materials according to batch recipes and formulations.
Print, apply, and verify product labels, lot numbers, and batch records.
Perform basic and preventative maintenance and identify equipment issues.
Take samples for Quality Control testing as required.
Maintain accurate production records, equipment logs, and inventory documentation.
Assist with SOP development and continuous improvement activities using Lean principles.
Support other operators as needed to meet production demands.
Follow safety protocols, GMP requirements, and standardized work procedures.
Adhere to Kosher and Halal dietary law certification guidelines.
Use PPE, including Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPR), appropriately and maintain required certifications.