MIXING & BLENDING OPERATOR - 1st Shift

TITLE: Mixing & Blending Operator A

POSITION OBJECTIVE: Responsible for the pre-mixing, post-mixing, pre-blending and post-blending preparation of raw materials and the mixing and blending operation of material to deliver the finished product to specification, as required, ready for production.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.

• Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.

• Minimum two years of general manufacturing experience, industrial manufacturing, nutraceutical/pharmaceutical manufacturing, or related industrial manufacturing experience required.
• High School Diploma/Certificate; or two-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Stage raw materials and prepare for pre- and post-mixing, pre- and post-blending.
• Set-up and prepare raw material for pre-mixing and pre- blending processes, including but not limited to picking, collecting, screening, milling, weighing, scaling, sifting and moving materials pre and post preparation for mixing and blending.
• Responsible for setting up the working area and equipment pre and post processing.
• Prepare equipment for mixing and blending, prepare the working area, clean the equipment, keep the working area clean and clear of debris, inspect rooms and equipment daily.
• Conduct ongoing routine maintenance checks on all equipment in the plant.
• Schedule daily, weekly and monthly maintenance inspections on all parts and equipment in use in the mixing/blending process.
• Follow MSDS instructions and compliance with the Lockout/Tagout program, if applicable; always adhere to safety policies and procedures. Report any out-of-compliance items to the supervisor immediately.
• Maintain required Standards of Quality throughout the process and perform Quality Assurance checks during each step of the mixing/blending process.
• Ensure the raw material is staged and picked according to specifications, ensure accurate weighing and scaling, check and doublecheck raw material item number, blend amount, weight, lot number and record information with precision and accuracy.
• Update the Mixing Records for each batch record and update the Daily Mixing Log for each lot. Visually check for quality assurance and quality of blend throughout the process.
• Perform operational tasks and equipment maintenance as needed, requested, directed or instructed by the supervisor/manager.
• Able to assist with equipment preventive maintenance and operational tasks, as needed.
• May be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

TRAINING:

• Working knowledge of Safety in the Workplace Rules and Regulations preferred.  
• Working Knowledge of cGMP’s a plus.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, ELECTRONIC DEVICES & SOFTWARE:

• Basic knowledge of manufacturing, mechanical, light industrial or plant operations required,
• Basic knowledge of mechanical systems and equipment,
• Basic knowledge of Lockout/Tag out and MSDS.
• Strong aptitude for math (e.g. good understanding of metric weights and measures).
• Experience using a manual and electric pallet jack.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to stand up 8-10 hours daily.