Blender Operator 2nd Shift

Summary: Build ingredient batches and dump batches into blenders, properly complete all paperwork and keep the area clean.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure personal safety, food safety, and quality protocols are followed.


• Keeps work area clean and orderly in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices, HACCP, and SQF.


• Performs assigned tasks that do not endanger the environment and adhere to company and regulatory standards.


• Actively participates in the continuous improvement process.


• Builds production batches for your shift and the following shift.


• Uses a digital scale to weigh small amounts.


• Stacking 50 to 100-pound bags on pallets, and moving 200-pound barrels onto pallets.


• Watch for visual problems with ingredients.


• Dump-built batches into blenders according to manufacturing directions.


• Make sure all paperwork is accurate and completed.


• Use a forklift to take down empty barrels and pallets and set built batches up on blender and packet machine platforms.


• Sorts pallets.


• Blends batches according to manufacturer directions.


• Checks mill and screen condition for cleanliness and sanitize both before using.


• Pulls samples for lab approval, and runs line tests when needed.


• Makes sure products meet all specifications before packaging.


• Makes sure the blender is clean and has been swept thoroughly.


• When running vertical packet machines fill hoppers as needed and follow all sanitary practices. Record product numbers, lot, and batch numbers on the packet fill sheet.


• Keep work areas and utensils clean.


• Wash and sanitize blenders, sifters, mills, and floors when needed.


• Follow lockout procedures and safety practices, and use safety equipment.


• Follow the colored coding system.


• As needed, may be pulled to work in other areas of the plant.

Knowledge/Experience/Skills