Blending Operator

Blending Operator

The Blending Operator plays a critical role in our blending operations in Sycamore, IL. Incumbents in this role are responsible for all aspects of the production process from gathering raw materials to sifting, packing, and shipping of final products.

Main Accountabilities

• Carrying out responsibilities/duties according to food safety, legal and quality requirements to ensure that our products are fit for human consumption.
• Compliance with procedures that implement the requirements of the EHS policies and procedures.
• Being responsible for own actions
• Carrying out work in a manner which does not present a risk to themselves, others, and the environment.
• Comply with all environmental standards, procedures, and work instructions always.
• Report any environmental violations, near misses or unsafe acts to prevent any impact upon the local environment, its inhabitants and Tate & Lyle.
• Reporting all incidents, defects, hazards, and inadequacies of procedures so that appropriate review and corrective action can be taken.
• Suggesting improvements and being active in the general improvement of all systems and methods of work to ensure EHSQS activities and services are carried out in a safe, environmentally responsible, reliable and cost-effective manner.
• Fully participate in the safety program, including reporting any incidents or near misses, training, auditing, etc.
• Meeting and exceeding clear housekeeping/GMP standards and food safety protocols.
• Moving, packing, and sorting raw materials or finished product packaging.
• Monitoring the quality of output to identify, discard, or re-manufacture faulty products.
• Maintaining accurate daily production records as input to manufacturing performance analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies, Skills, Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications

Competencies

• Possessing a strong, positive safety mindset while performing all functions/activities.
• Dependable and punctual in meeting expectations for attendance and performance.
• Basic knowledge in EHSQS & behavior
• Knowledge on J2E and its principles

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma/GED, or equivalent experience required.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly throughout a 10-hour workday.
• Must be able to climb stairs repeatedly.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to bend and squat.
• Must be able to operate a forklift within 180 days of employment.
• Must be able to manipulate bags weighing up to 50 pounds repeatedly.

Experience

• Prior experience working in a food manufacturing environment is preferred but not a requirement for entry role

Skills / Knowledge

• Mechanically minded, with a capacity to think critically about production processes, flow, and equipment troubleshooting.
• Eager to advance and learn new roles.
• Committed to our customers through ensuring compliance with all applicable GMP and food safety policies and procedures.
• Able to communicate openly, honestly, and directly in a non-aggressive fashion with all members of the plant team.
• Self-starting and self-managing.
• Goal-oriented and focused on continuous improvement of themselves as individuals and the operation of the plant.
• Dependable and punctual in meeting expectations for attendance and performance.
• Able to work a varying schedule, if needed, as process upsets and area issues arise
• The ability to climb stairs and ladders, lift and carry 55 lbs., and perform other physical duties

Tate & Lyle is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.