Bakery Mixer - A shift

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Harvard (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision/Eyewear plan

IL Paid Leave Hours

401k

Life insurance

Prescription drug reimbursement

Short-term disability

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Harvard, IL seeks a Mixer - A Shift to support pet treat manufacturing. You will prepare, measure, and blend ingredients per production orders, ensuring accurate formula prep and proper documentation.

This temp-to-hire role runs Sunday to Tuesday and every other Wednesday, 5am–5pm, with a pay rate of $21.50 per hour. Candidates must meet GMP and safety standards and be able to lift up to 60 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, and communicate in English.
• Basic math skills for measurements and batching.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and perform repetitive tasks.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, measure, and mix ingredients according to work orders.
• Record lot numbers and complete production documentation.
• Operate mixing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to GMP standards.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and quality procedures and communicate with team.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Basic math for measurements

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

City and State: Harvard, IL

Job Title: Mixer - A Shift

Pay Rate: $21.50/hour

Schedule/Shift:Sunday-Tuesday and every other Wednesday 5am-5pm

Employment Type: Evaluation Hire (Temp-to-Hire)

Summary:

The Mixer is responsible for preparing, measuring, and blending ingredients according to production work orders to support pet treat manufacturing operations. This role ensures accurate formula preparation, proper documentation, and compliance with safety and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards while maintaining product quality and production efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, measure, and mix ingredients according to detailed production work orders while verifying staged materials before use.
• Record lot numbers, complete production documentation, and perform data entry accurately.
• Operate mixing equipment safely and efficiently while assisting production personnel throughout the manufacturing process.
• Follow all pre- and post-inspection procedures and maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas.
• Adhere to all safety, sanitation, quality, and GMP standards while communicating effectively with team members and supervisors.

Qualifications:

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English, with basic math skills for measurements and batching.
• Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred; high school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to frequently lift and handle materials up to 60 pounds and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout a 12-hour shift.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions while working independently or as part of a team.
• Forklift experience preferred with the ability to obtain certification; must be at least 18 years of age.

Work Environment:

• Food manufacturing environment
• Exposure to heat, noise, dust, and manufacturing odors
• Frequent standing, bending, stooping, squatting, and lifting
• Fast-paced production setting requiring a constant focus on safety and quality

Dress Code:

• Steel-toed or composite-toed boots extending at least 6 inches above the ankle
• Casual work attire
• No shorts permitted

Benefits:

• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision/Eyewear plan
• IL Paid Leave Hours
• 401k
• Life insurance
• Prescription drug reimbursement
• Short-term disability
• Referral bonuses