Mixer 3rd Shift Only

Job Description

Job Description

This position starts at $21.43 with a 6 month and 1 year increase.
This position will have a shift differential of $0.75

SUMMMARY:
The primary function of a Mixer is to combine raw ingredients from silos, bulk bins and scaled ingredients into the mixer following a predetermined formula to produce consistent batches of dough delivered timely to the processing line.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Works well with others, fostering a team atmosphere.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area at all times.
• Comply with all GMP requirements.
• Completes assigned jobs with respect to fellow workers and supervisors.
• Manages time effectively when changing over to a different product to minimize downtime.
• Obtains scaled ingredients from scaling area and stages them for efficient use.
• Locates, obtains and weighs other liquid ingredients needed according to the formula.
• Following the formula, combines all the ingredients and mixes to the prescribed times.
• Ability to mix any dough to proper specification and line speed, to prevent accumulation of dough if the line goes down.
• Full knowledge of dough consistency (touch, look, taste) for various products and product lines and how to fix dough issues.
• Prior to dumping the dough into the trough, allows the process operator to check the consistency of the dough.
• Delivers the trough to the processing line and positions it into the lift for lines using a dough dump system.
• Trained to use applicable classes of Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and must maintain valid certification.
• Full knowledge of proper operation of equipment and systems in mixing department.
• Accurately and timely, completes all necessary paperwork and communicates any changes thoroughly to the next shift.
• Monitors the equipment for any maintenance related item that may affect the efficient production of quality products and reports any issues to supervision.
• Monitors the equipment and mixing procedure for safety and reports any issues to the supervisor.
• Assists in cleaning of equipment, utensils, tools, etc. at the end of shifts or production runs and during changeovers.
• Able to properly submit work orders as needed.
• Assists or oversees the training of new employees by applying knowledge of techniques to mix by formulas.
• Assist with changeovers, machine setup and cleaning on mixers and lines.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Ability to read and record written instructions from a formula sheet.
• Ability to work independently.
• Notify Supervision of any issues.
• Must adhere/comply with all Company policies, procedures and practices.
• Must fully understand lot number tracking and importance
• All other duties as assigned.

ACCOUNTABILITY:
A Mixer will be accountable to the Production Supervisor for fulfillment of his or her duties.  The performance of a Mixer will be measured to the degree of his or her production levels and quality of work performed in these assigned areas.

EXPERIENCE:
Some manufacturing experience in a food plant helpful.
Must be trained in LOTO procedures.

EDUCATION:
High School or equivalent. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee must be able to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb and lift up to 50 lbs. and shared weight up to 100 lbs.  Occasional exposure to airborne dust, high humidity and extremes of hot and cold are possible.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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