Blender Apprentice

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionJob Summary:Assists the Blender with the proper blending/mixing of products per the production schedule in compliance with customer product specifications. Supervisory Responsibilities:NoneDuties/Responsibilities:Weigh/measure materials, ingredients, and products to ensure conformance to requirementsMaintain and ensure adherence to sanitation practicesFollow procedures put in place to maintain a safe working environment and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).Work with the Lead Blender and Quality Assurance team as needed to solve problems and maintain efficient production.Collect samples of materials or products for laboratory testingComplete required documentation on the Batch Sheet per product specificationsTransfer materials, supplies, and products between work areas using moving equipment (forklift, pallet jack, etc.)Unload mixtures into containers Add/mix ingredients for processing using blending machinerySafely dislodge and clear jammed materials or other items from machinery and equipment, using hand toolsExamine materials, ingredients, or products visually in order to ensure conformance to established standardsObserve production and monitor equipment to ensure safe and efficient operationOperate machines to mix or blend ingredients per product specificationsFollow all standard operating procedures (SOP's) for area of responsibilityComply with environmental regulations when using, dispensing, or handling hazardous and non-hazardous materials and wasteRequirementsRequired Skills/Abilities:Able to use basic math skills and equipment to weigh and measure ingredientsAble to apply standard production techniques, procedures and criteriaAble to handle sensitive and proprietary information in a confidential mannerAble to work independently as well as in a teamAble to adapt to flexible production situations and workflowEducation and Experience:High School diploma or equivalent1 year of food manufacturing experience preferredHACCP training course completion preferredForklift operator certification preferredPhysical Requirements:Ability to maintain single-task focus and situational awareness.Must be able to move and lift up to 50-pound wooden skid/pallets and ingredients.Able to sit and stand for long periods of time.Must be able to bend/stoop, squat/crouch, climb, kneel and twist.

Created: 2026-04-02