Job Summary

Responsible for a team assigned to the cell for the preparation, production and/or packaging of blend material.  In addition to the base responsibilities of a Manufacturing Operator I, employee must specialize in one or more of four specialty roles: 1) Blend Specialist, 2) Packaging Specialist, 3) Weight Room Specialist, and/or 4) Sanitation Specialist.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities (not restrictive)

• Effectively read, understand and extract vital information from detailed batch records in written and electronic forms.  Utilize this information to execute proper work instructions using the DQS system.
• Screen, blend and package a variety of amino acids, vitamins and minerals, including those which are allergenic.
• Responsible for operating and monitoring all processing equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operation of equipment to include; prep, clean, operate, as well as performing minor repairs.
• Ensures proper cleaning, blending, packaging and material inspection per Standard Operating Procedures.
• Report any equipment issues or damage to you immediate supervisor.
• Perform retention sampling on products in sterile conditions.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

Additional Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Must specialize in one or more of four specialty roles: 1) Blend Specialist, 2) Packaging Specialist, 3) Weight Room Specialist, and/or 4) Sanitation Specialist.

• Blend Specialist
  • Operation of equipment (blenders, screeners, mills, forklifts, magnets, packaging equipment, metal detectors, etc…) to include;  prep, clean, operate, as well as performing minor repairs such as replacing seals and assemble/disassemble of chopper blades.
  • Working knowledge of 4 or more blenders
• Weight Room Specialist
  • Responsible for the preparation of blends and procedures to be followed to produce final blend product.
  • Responsible for coordinating down pack of distribution orders on a daily basis
  • Receiving and packaging R&D lab sample requests
• Packaging Specialist
  • Independent operation of automated and semi-automated packaging lines
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• Sanitation Specialist

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Supervisory Responsibilities (If relevant)

N/A

Performance Indicators

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Regular attendance

Follow company safety procedures.

Ensuring the proper Personal Protective Equipment is worn in all required areas.

Consistently maintain a sanitary work environment.

Proper and safe use of pallet jacks and forklifts when moving material in and out of blending rooms and loading and unloading the mezzanines.

Qualification & Experience Requirements

Education, Training:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

• Fork lift training and certification.

Experience Required:

• Previous Manufacturing experience working as a Machine Technician at least of one year.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Successful completion of the Manufacturing Operator I Assessment
• Ability to work with amino acids, vitamins and fine chemicals in powder and liquid form as well as allergen products.
• Ability to follow direction and work with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Must be able to work flexible hours to include overtime and weekends on short notice
• Possess the ability to read and understand the information on the (DQS) computer system.
• Working knowledge of all aspects of production including documentation, weigh room and DQS system.

Language, Computer &   Numeracy:

• Clear command of the English language both verbal and in writing
• Basic computer skills to include MS Excel, Word DQS and SAP