3rd Shift Mixer

SnackCraft; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

SnackCraft in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Mixer Operator to operate and tend mixing equipment, load materials, and ensure batch compliance in a food production environment.

The role requires adherence to GMP and safety protocols, ability to read and follow formula cards, and strong English communication. Candidates should be prepared for physical tasks and to maintain logs and equipment daily.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred for this role.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing and equipment operations (food manufacturing preferred).
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all GMP and Food Safety rules at all times.
• Follow GMPs, OSHA safety, and production procedures consistently.
• Ensure mixing aligns with formula cards for quality assurance.
• Record and update logs of daily feed formulations.
• Operate and maintain hoppers and associated equipment.
• Keep work areas clean and hazard-free throughout the shift.
• Assist in other production areas as needed by supervision.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Time Management

Sanitation Practices

Physical Stamina

Mathematical Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Sensory Evaluation

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49512, Description: The Mixer Operator operates and tends machines that mix materials or ingredients used for production processes or manually mix ingredients. Loads materials into mixing equipment and ensures results comply with specified batch requirements.Work Environment: This job operates in a food production and warehouse setting. The floor surface is concrete. The noise level is moderate with no vibration. Material movement takes place throughout the facility.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and work on their feet, while using tools to perform repetitive actions
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling moderately heavy objects as assigned by position.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate bagging equipment.
• Reaching overhead, above shoulders and horizontally.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
• Seeing to monitor food quality and quantity.
• The ability to stand and walk for an entirety of a shift.

Competencies:

• Safety Awareness: Adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
• Time Management: Efficiently managing production schedules.
• Sanitation Practices: Cleaning and sanitizing equipment and work areas.
• Physical Stamina: Handling the physical demands of the job.
• Mathematical Skills: Calculating ingredient quantities accurately.
• Critical Thinking: Identifying and rectifying inconsistencies in the mixing process.

Trained Competencies:

• Batching
• General Mathematical Skills
• Assemble/Disassemble Equipment
• Clean Equipment
• Adhere to LOTO procedures
• Knowledge of Lot Code System
• Accurate Record Keeping Abilities
• Effective Communication Skills
• Sensory Evaluation Knowledge
• Problem Solving Abilities

Core Responsibilities:

• Maintain all GMP and Food Safety rules at all times.
• Be the example in following GMPs, OSHA Safety, and all other procedures.
• Learn and follow GMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) in Feed Mixer’s Guide.
• Take appropriate corrective measures to reduce and eliminate quality issues in a timely fashion.
• Ensure all mixing is in accordance with formula card for quality assurance.
• Keep management informed of any errors or issues in the mixing process.
• Produce product based on customer formulation specifications.
• Own processes associated with product hoppers; ensure machine is assembled properly according to procedures and product is loaded into the hoppers in a timely manner.
• Make sure equipment is operating properly, cleaned, and maintained to ensure proper and continual working condition of mill operation.
• Record and update logs of various feed formulations mixed daily.
• Assist in any area of production as requested by the production superintendent, plant manager, or supervisor.
• Proactively keep machine areas, floors, and bins clean, wiped down, and free of hazards throughout the shift, in accordance with standards, procedures, and expectations.
• Other duties as assigned by plant management.

Qualifications: Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma/ GED preferred
• Minimum 2 years experience in manufacturing and equipment operations (food manufacturing experience preferred)
• Speak, read, and write in English