Mix Blend Operator - Nights
- Delhi, NY
- Permanent
- Full-time
- In accordance with SOP’s and customer’s specifications, stage, weigh and record all batch ingredients.
- Mix and blend wet/dry ingredients in accordance with product mix/batch sheet specifications.
- Record all ingredient usage using location ERP system.
- Collect pre-blend and final product samples as required. Perform all required batch analytical testing. Report any product deviations to the department supervisor.
- Follow all allergen protocols.
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP’s) in detail without deviation.
- Operate tanks, pumps and blend operations equipment.
- Perform equipment clean-up, CIP/SIP operations.
- Perform routine equipment adjustments.
- Safe operation of a lift truck.
- Accurately and neatly complete batch records, system data entry and documentation.
- Perform all department environmental controls.
- Perform product reclaim and rework operations in accordance with reclaim guidelines.
- Support internal and external audits.
- Follow all established occupational health and safety procedures.
- Follow all established GMP’s and Food Safety requirements.
- Effective coordination and cooperation with other departments.
- Perform good housekeeping within established housekeeping guidelines.
- Comply with federal, state and local dairy food regulations.
- Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics, actively apply the Saputo Company Values and Workplace Climate Policy.
- Work together as a team.
- Other duties as required by management.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong math skills.
- Software skills to include MS Office, Excel, and ERP software, SAP preferred.
- Strong technical skills, ability to operate and understand equipment controls, touch panels and mechanical operations.
- Demonstrated work experience in food manufacturing, dairy food manufacturing experience preferred.
- Advanced quality/food safety training and/or certifications is a plus, but not required.
- A working understanding of food manufacturing acronyms (SQF, QA/QC, CQP, QAP, HACCP, SOP,5S, GMP, etc.).
- Lift truck certification or the ability to obtain (training is provided)
- Successful completion of drug screen and background check.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated work history.
- Good attendance is a must.
- Ability to work in manufacturing environment which includes but not limited to: noise, changing temperatures (hot, wet, cold, humid), standing/walking/bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around manufacturing equipment consistently throughout the shift.
- Working with chemicals, wearing personal protective equipment and following approved chemical handling procedures.
- Physical lifting up to 50-lbs frequently throughout the shift.
- Shift flexibility. This is a hands-on role for a 24/7 manufacturing facility. Our blend operators are assigned to a team in support of dairy operations. This can either be rotating shifts, days, swing or night shift and weekends. Work days and shifts may change to help cover vacations/absences, during plant downtime or related events such as audits.