Blender Operator - 2nd Shift - FE Dump Room

Glanbia•Aurora, IL

6d•$19 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Blender Operator is responsible for manually lifting and dumping 50lb bags of ingredients into the IBCs as well as adjusting machines during operations and downtime cleaning activities in the Dump Room.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and communicate in English is required

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED
3+ months of manufacturing
Food manufacturing experience
Experience in food environment or consumer product

Responsibilities

Operate production/cleaning equipment.
Repeatedly maneuver up to 55lbs of materials
Complete daily production logs and reports including all Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) forms.
Verify product integrity during the manufacturing process.
Perform equipment or product changeovers as designated by the Production Supervisor.
Ensure the work areas be kept clean and free of debris and foreign material.
standard operating procedures and job safety.
Communicate with immediate production supervisor or plant manager on equipment troubleshooting and corrective actions.
Provide on-the-job training for employees.
Ensure that all quality control checks are being completed and documented.
All employees have the responsibility to report food safety problems to their production supervisor or someone with authority to initiate action.
All employees shall identify any risk of intentional harm to the facility, personnel, or products. All employees have the responsibility to report unauthorized persons to their production supervisor who will challenge the individual and/or escort them from the site.
Time stress related to fast-paced work and multi-task requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Liason with other production personnel to ensure that production plan is being followed.
Perform safety inspections and be aware of all the safety points on the machines
Trouble-shoot defects and own the quality of the products
Understand the differences in powders and be able to successfully perform the procedures associated with allergen and flavor cleans
Communicate with the appropriate leadership if issues arise in regards to safety and/or quality issues
Responsible for filling out all documentation correctly and clearly
Assist in maintaining/promoting our Safety Culture
Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Lab coat, safety shoes, safety glasses, bump cap, hearing protection, hair net, beard net, and nitrile gloves
Perform other duties as assigned
Identify defects on equipment or work area and immediately communicate to the appropriate leadership member.
Liason with other production personnel to ensure that production plan is being followed.
All employees have the responsibility to report food safety problems to their production supervisor or someone with authority to initiate action.
All employees shall identify any risk of intentional harm to the facility, personnel, or products. All employees have the responsibility to report unauthorized persons to their production supervisor or leadership.