Blending Operator

COMPACT INDUSTRIES INC; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

COMPACT INDUSTRIES INC is hiring for a full-time Blending Operator position in St. Charles, IL. The role involves leading the blending process, weighing and staging formulas, and ensuring batch accuracy while following GMP guidelines.

You will train new associates, maintain 5S standards, and coordinate with quality and packaging teams. The job requires physical endurance and familiarity with RF scanners. Join a team-focused manufacturing environment in Illinois.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior manufacturing or food experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for 98% of shift.

Responsibilities

• Review daily blending schedule and shift expectations.
• Verify equipment is in good working order and complete inspection forms.
• Weigh, stage, blend, or dump formulas per batch schedules.
• Verify ingredients and quantities align with batch formulas and sequences.
• Follow color code policy and use correct tools.
• Operate an RF scanner to transfer materials to jobs, hoppers, or packaging lines.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area following 5S standards.
• Provide samples to quality as needed.
• Lead blending process and guide team members at blenders.
• Comply with safety and GMP regulations.
• Communicate material needs and process progression via radio and in person.

Skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanner

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: St. Charles, IL - St Charles, IL 60174

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $19.00 - $19.00 Hourly

Job Shift: 1st Shift 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and understand the daily blending schedule and shift expectations.


• Verify that the equipment being used is in good working order. Complete inspection forms as necessary.


• Weigh, stage, blend, or dump formulas according to the schedule.


• Verify all ingredients and quantities align with the batch formulas and are introduced to the blender in the proper sequence.


• Ensure the correct tools are used in accordance with our color code policy.


• Utilize a manual or electric pallet jack to transport material or hoppers.


• Maintain a clean and organized work area following 5S standards.


• Complete all necessary forms in SafetyChain.


• Provide samples to quality as needed.


• Lead the blending process and guide team members working at blenders.


• Always follow safety and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) regulations.


• Communicate via radio and face-to-face throughout the department on material needs and process progression.


• Utilize an RF scanner to transfer materials to jobs, hoppers, or packaging lines.


• Complete necessary documentation for the batch.


• Communicate with packaging and quality as needed.


• Ensure all processes are completed in a timely manner.


• Assist and direct other team members as needed.


• Train new associates as needed.


• Participate in company inventory count and other assignments as needed.


• Other tasks as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Lift up to 50 lbs.


• Ability to push/pull up to 100 lbs.


• Stand or walk 98% of the shift.


• Bending, twisting, stooping motions 80% of time


• Basic knowledge of an RF scanner is a plus.


• Ability to calculate simple mathematical figures and understand and carry out detailed written or oral instructions.


• Ability to solve problems and troubleshoot issues.


• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)


• Experience in manufacturing or food environment is a plus.