Blending Supervisor

At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health. Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all.

We do not use AI to screen applications. Applications and resumes of qualified applicants are reviewed by a real person because we value your time and believe each qualified applicant deserves thoughtful, human consideration. It’s an old‑fashioned approach—done with purpose.

Our people are the key ingredient to our success. We offer a collaborative, innovative environment where you can grow your career and make an impact on global food and health solutions.

We provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, including:

• Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity
• 401(k) with Company Contributions 
• Medical, Dental, and Vision — Effective Day 1
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement
• Work Flexibility
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization

• Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Blending department. Plans, coordinates, controls, and reviews activities in the department to support production goals, maintain quality system, ensure safety of employees, and protection of the environment. Leads, motivates, and develops team members.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM  (This is a salaried-exempt position)

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE:

· High School diploma or equivalent required

· 4-year degree in related field, or 5+ years of production experience in food/feed manufacturing environment is required

· Supervisory experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

· High degree of scientific and technical proficiency with a willingness to troubleshoot issues

· Excellent verbal and written communications and computer skills (Microsoft Office, SAP, etc.)

· Ability to transfer technical knowledge to practical applications

· Ability to lead and manage teams, maintaining a high level of morale and discipline

· Required flexibility of work schedule and ability to work overtime as needed (occasional call-ins)

WORKING CONDITIONS: Fast paced bio-chemical/chemical/dry blending manufacturing environment working both in office & plant settings. This position may perform activities in an environment containing hazardous elements and requiring safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines. Work must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other team members. All safety procedures, procedures described in SOPs, JHAs, and support of the ISO standards in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and strictly complied with.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Ability to climb stairs and work on ladders

· Sitting, standing, walking, repetitive use of arms/legs, and eye/hand coordination for 6+ hours a day

· Occasional bending, reaching overhead, crouching, balancing, pushing or pulling

· Occasional lifting of 50 lbs. or less, infrequent need to lift up to 75 lbs.

Safety, Environmental, & Quality Compliance

• Promote and enforce safe work habits and policies
• Utilize experience to make sound decisions while not compromising safety, env. or quality standards
• Delegate and/or perform audits as required and follow-up on any findings until corrected
• Attend regularly scheduled training sessions to stay current on all compliance initiatives
• Assist in SEQ trainings as assigned

Operational Stability and Reliability

• Directs the day-to-day operations of the blending department
• Provides for the efficient processing of completed products
• Plans, prioritizes, and assigns work within the department
• Sets deadlines to ensure timely completion of work
• Prepares reports to monitor and manage departmental objectives and KPIs
• Adheres to budget requirements and works toward obtaining objectives and division goals
• Responsible for technical problem solving, operational improvements, and efficiency improvements to reduce operating costs
• Regularly checks, monitors, and records a variety of process operating conditions including unusual process conditions (appearance, sounds, vibrations, odors)
• Recommends equipment maintenance and schedules preventative maintenance to maintain mixing and packaging productivity and efficiency
• Oversees documentation and records for the department
• Reviews batch production records for accuracy
• Ensures that all procedures described in SOPs are followed in accordance with company policies and GMP requirements
• Performs periodic review of all SOPs to keep abreast of updates or revisions

Team Leadership and Talent Development

• Develops annual goals and objectives for department staff
• Provides regular performance feedback
• Coaches and trains employees to improve work related skills
• Continually supports GMP, quality and safety guidelines and conducts training as needed
• Builds and maintains a positive work environment
• Holds team members accountable and follows-up with progressive discipline as needed

Continuous Improvement & Collaboration

• Actively collaborate with other departments within the company including process technicians, SEQ, maintenance, DCS, engineering, and utilities to accomplish tasks/goals
• Set clear schedules, benchmarks, indexes and track progress. Accurately present the data.
• Identification, assessment, implementation of process improvements or projects
• Suggest/implement process improvement, equipment PM, cost down, or best practices
• Continually strive for increasing processing efficiencies
• Coordinate with maintenance planners to maintain a clean and safe work environment 

Ajinomoto is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by state, federal, or local law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.