2nd Shift Dry Blend Operator

Bell-Flavors-; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell Flavors & Fragrances is seeking a Dry Blend Operator in Northbrook, IL to operate and maintain blending equipment for dry blend production. The role supports quality, consistency, and efficiency in our flavor manufacturing plant.

The successful candidate will follow GMP and safety guidelines, lift up to 50 pounds, and collaborate with the production team to meet customer specifications and timelines.

Qualifications

• Must follow written instructions and recipes accurately.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred, especially in flavors/food.
• Comfort with lifting up to 50 pounds and using lift tables.

Responsibilities

• Review orders and determine proper sequence based on customer needs.
• Select appropriate blender for batch size.
• Obtain and load raw materials; position materials for loading; forklift operation required.
• Mix according to recipes; ensure proper sequencing.
• Pack out products with proper labeling and palletize.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Ability to follow recipes

Safety conscious

Strong math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Blending equipment

Job description

Bell Northbrook
Northbrook, IL 60062, USA

Description

Dry Blend Operator - Flavors

Location: Northbrook, IL

Join Our Team as a Dry Blend Operator in our Thriving Flavor Manufacturing Plant!

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Dry Blend Operator to join our production team. The Dry Blend Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining blending equipment to produce dry blends according to recipes and specifications. This role is crucial in ensuring the consistency, quality, and efficiency of our flavor production process.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Review orders and determine proper sequence based on customer needs.
• Choose the appropriate blender for the size of the batch.
• Obtain necessary raw materials.
• Position raw materials for loading into a blender. Use a lift table on the large blenders. Forklift operation required.
• Mix appropriately; sequencing is important if plating. Lab analysis may be required on some batches in the process.
• Pack out appropriately using Sweeco sifter, boxes, and proper labels. Palletize
• Use appropriate lockout procedures when cleaning and follow approved cleaning and sanitizing procedures.
• Follow GMP, Safety guidelines.
• Work within proper GMP, HACCP, Allergen, SSOP, Kosher, etc. guidelines.
• Keep the work area in a clean, orderly condition.
• Back up another trained Dry-Blend Operator as needed.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in food or flavor production.
• Knowledge of blending equipment and processes is preferred.
• Ability to follow written instructions and recipes accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Basic math skills for weighing and measuring ingredients.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Willingness to work in a physically demanding role and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to adhere to safety guidelines.
• Reliable and punctual.

If you are a dedicated and reliable individual with a passion for manufacturing and flavor innovation.

Bell Flavors & Fragrances (www.bellff.com ) develops products for the food, beverage, cosmetic, personal care and household care companies throughout the world. Bell has nine manufacturing plants worldwide including the United States, Canada, Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Germany, Singapore, and China. Bell operates sales offices in more than 40 countries and is proud to be privately held by the Heinz family.

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