Blender Specialist: Fast-Paced, Team-Driven Production

Florida's Natural Growers; Umatilla (FL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Florida’s Natural Growers in Florida is hiring a Full-Time Blender on Swing (2nd) shift. Pay is $22.60 to $25.15 per hour, depending on qualifications. You’ll blend raw materials according to formulas and support manufacturing operations.

You will measure, load, and mix ingredients, operate blending equipment, document batch records, perform quality checks, and assist with inventory. A high school diploma or GED, basic math skills, and the ability to read instructions are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Lean Manufacturing Training is a plus.
• Prior experience in manufacturing or production environments preferred.
• Basic math and measurement skills required.
• Experience operating mixers, blenders, or similar production equipment is a plus.
• Ability to read and understand production instructions, formulas, and safety procedures.
• Mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot basic equipment issues.
• Ability to use scales, gauges, and other measuring tools accurately.
• Ability to use programs and software for manufacturing systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written instructions precisely.
• Ability to operate mixing and material handling equipment.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to learn and cross-train in other production functions.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or different shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Measure, weigh, and load raw materials into blenders or mixing equipment according to batch recipes and production instructions.
• Operate blending machinery and related equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor mixing process and adjust equipment settings to ensure consistency and quality.
• Document batch records, lot numbers, and material usage accurately.
• Perform quality checks, pull samples and report any deviations or irregularities.
• Clean and sanitize blending equipment and work area in accordance with GMP guidelines.
• Assist with inventory management of raw materials and ingredients.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to meet production schedules and standards.
• Perform complex tank, hose/line connections to redirect flows.
• Troubleshoot valves, pumps, meters, solenoids, and valve matrix.
• Perform tasks in outside tanker unloading, enter confined spaces.
• Cross train in other jobs as needed.
• Regular attendance required.
• Perform any other duties assigned.
• Active participation of the plant safety program is required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Basic math and measurement

Reading instructions

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Overtime availability

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Lean Manufacturing Training

Tools

Manufacturing software

Job description

Florida’s Natural Growers in Florida is hiring a Full-Time Blender on Swing (2nd) shift. Pay is $22.60 to $25.15 per hour, depending on qualifications. You’ll blend raw materials according to formulas and support manufacturing operations.

You will measure, load, and mix ingredients, operate blending equipment, document batch records, perform quality checks, and assist with inventory. A high school diploma or GED, basic math skills, and the ability to read instructions are required.