Blender - Forsyth, MO

ADM; Forsyth (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

ADM Forsyth, MO is seeking a dedicated blending operator to support multiple production stages in nutrition supplement manufacturing. The role involves reading formulas, weighing ingredients, and preparing equipment for successive blends.

You will read batch sheets, verify lot numbers, and maintain accurate records while following stringent safety guidelines in a fast-paced environment. This on-site position offers hands-on cross-training across encapsulation, tableting, and packaging

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic computer skills are necessary and training provided.
• Ability to understand and follow batch formulas and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist Blending Team Lead and read Bill of Material sheets.
• Weigh and document batch and lot numbers from raw materials.
• Prepare and clean barrels for blending and operate scales.
• Charge and discharge powder from mixers and clean equipment after use.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and use proper PPE.
• Support production with housekeeping and process readiness.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Reading comprehension

Basic math

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience

Tools

60V mixer

20V mixer

Table top scales

Pallet jack

Two-wheeled dolly

Computer

PPE

Job description

Blender - Forsyth, MO
SUMMARY: Prepare different formulas in order to manufacture nutritional supplements. There will be opportunities for cross-training in the Encapsulation Department, Tableting Department, and the Packaging Department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of this position at any time.
Consistent attendance is critical to the successful performance of this role. Essential duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist Blending Team Lead.
• Read and comprehend Blending Bill of Material Sheets.
• Properly read and comprehend raw ingredient names and lot numbers.
• Properly weigh and document batch and lot numbers from raw material onto Bill of Material Sheets.
• Properly prepare and clean barrels for use in Blending.
• Operate and read floor and table top scales.
• Charge and discharge powder from 60V and 20V mixers.
• Clean the Blending room and all machines and utensils associated with the Blending area.
• Support production in maintaining the cleanliness of the production rooms as needed.
• Properly clean and prepare machines for the next formula of powder.
• Remove, clean and reinstall proper change parts on production equipment to expedite subsequent operations.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Ensure proper PPE is utilized.

EQUIPMENT USED:

• The equipment listed is representative of what an employee must be able to operate to perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• 60V mixer, 20V mixers, table top scales, 2-wheel dolly, pallet jack, computer, PPE, and a forced air respirator.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience.
• Basic computer skills are necessary.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardization situations.

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must have manual dexterity, attention to detail and the ability to follow directions.
• Must be able to multi-task and work at a fast pace.
• Must understand and conform to all safety guidelines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to walk and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit and twist, stoop, kneel and crouch.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.
• Occasionally required to climb stairs or portable stairs.
• Repetitive hand movements are required.
• Personal Protection Equipment is required including a forced air respirator.
• The employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 2500 pounds with the appropriate equipment.
• When loading the barrels for mixing, the employee is required to load up to 480 pounds for the 60V Mixer and up to 160 pounds for the 20V Mixer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately noisy.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Other duties may be assigned by management.

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor. * If you've been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required. * If you've been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.

• If you've been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required.
• If you've been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.

Hiring Manager- George Mills
Recruiter- Cara Burnley

City

Forsyth

State

MO - Missouri

Location Country

United States

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