Batch Blending Operator

WorkSmart Staffing; Royal Pines (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Earned wage access

401k plan

Referral bonuses

Longevity bonuses

Job summary

WorkSmart Staffing in Arden, NC seeks a Batch Blending Operator to join our production team. You will weigh, measure, and blend ingredients, follow batch tickets, and monitor mixers to ensure safety and quality.

Training provided, rotating 2-2-3 schedule (5AM-5PM or 1 5PM-5AM). English/Spanish reading along with basic math and computer skills are preferred. Attendance and safety-mindedness are essential.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to work a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.
• Strong reading/writing skills in English and/or Spanish; basic math and computer skills.
• Willingness to learn product, equipment, and procedures (training provided).
• Dependable, punctual, and safety-conscious.

Responsibilities

• Weigh and measure bulk ingredients to match batch tickets and production schedules.
• Operate and monitor mixing equipment to maintain required conditions.
• Collect and label in-process samples and verify indicators against specs.
• Maintain clean equipment, tanks, and lines following GMP and food safety standards.
• Complete batch records accurately and on time; report quality or safety concerns.
• Coordinate with quality and filling teams to keep processes running smoothly.

Skills

Reading & writing in English/Spanish

Basic math and computer skills

Reliable attendance

Willingness to learn

Job description

Job Title: Batch Blending Operator Location: Arden, North Carolina 28704 Hourly Rate: $22.1 Schedule: 5AM-5PM OR 1 5PM-5AM, 2-2-3 rotating schedule

Job Overview

Operate batch mixing equipment to weigh, measure, and blend bulk ingredients into production tanks for juice blend manufacturing. Follow batch tickets and standard operating procedures to ensure product quality, safety, and consistent results, including monitoring mixing conditions and performing in-process sampling for lab testing.

What You’ll Do

• Weigh and measure bulk ingredients and stage materials to match batch tickets and production schedules.
• Operate and monitor mixing equipment using control panels or touchscreen systems to maintain required mixing conditions.
• Collect and label in-process samples and verify key product indicators against specifications per established procedures.
• Maintain clean and sanitized equipment, tanks, and lines following GMP and food safety standards.
• Complete batch records and documentation accurately and on time, and communicate any quality or safety concerns to supervisors.
• Support day-to-day production by coordinating with quality and filling teams to keep processes running efficiently.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment (6+ months preferred/required).
• Reliable attendance and ability to work a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.
• Strong reading/writing skills in English and/or Spanish, along with basic math and computer skills.
• Willingness to learn specific products, equipment, and blending/process procedures (training provided).
• Dependable, responsible, punctual, and attentive to safety and quality expectations.

Perks & Benefits of Working with WorkSmart

• Health benefits
• Earned wage access
• 401k plan
• Referral and longevity bonuses

Equal Employment Opportunity

WorkSmart is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

We prohibit discrimination and harassment with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Additional Information

In order to be considered for employment, applicants must have authorization to work in the United States.

Our company maintains a zero-tolerance policy for illegal drug use or possession in the workplace.

Pre-employment drug screening may be conducted, and employees may be subject to random testing.

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