Blender Operator - 3rd Shift - Dump Room

Blender Operator - 3rd Shift - Dump Room 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. Duties and 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. 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. Perform other duties as assigned. Liaison 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. Decision Making/Problem Solving: Identify defects on equipment or work area and immediately communicate to the appropriate leadership member. Liaison 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. Education Preferred: High School Diploma or GED Experience Preferred: 3+ months of manufacturing Food manufacturing experience preferred Other Experience: Ability to read, write, and communicate in English is required Experience in food environment or consumer product preferred Physical Demands: Occasional Sitting Constant Standing & Walking Frequent Bending & Stooping Lifting Demands Lift up to 55 lbs. on an frequent basis 6 inches off Ground to Waist. Lift up to 30 lbs. on an occasional basis Waist to Shoulder. Carry up to 55 lbs. on an occasional basis up to 5 ft. Be able to pull a 55lb bag from a height of 60 inches on an occasional basis.