Blending Technician — Food Manufacturing Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Woodinville (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Holiday Pay

401k Plan

Vision Plan

Life Insurance

Rx Reimbursement

Short-Term Disability

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a dependable Machine Operator / Blending Technician to join a food manufacturing operation in Woodinville. This full-time seasonal role involves operating filler and packaging machinery in a fast-paced environment, setting up for daily production, and monitoring performance.

The ideal candidate has prior manufacturing experience, attention to detail, and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• Previous machine operation or manufacturing experience preferred.
• This position requires successful completion of a background screening after a conditional offer of employment, in accordance with Washington State Law.
• Food manufacturing or GMP experience is a plus.
• Forklift experience is a plus, but not required.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision and as part of a team.
• Reliable, adaptable, and willing to learn new equipment and processes.
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining quality and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate filler and packaging machinery safely and efficiently.
• Set up machines for daily production.
• Monitor machines during production and maintain efficient output.
• Verify product ingredients match the correct packaging materials.
• Check product appearance and package/seal integrity.
• Complete production logs and data sheets accurately.
• Perform machinery changeovers between product sizes.
• Communicate downtime, inefficiencies, and equipment issues to the Supervisor.
• Work with Maintenance to troubleshoot and resolve machine issues.
• Keep the machine and work area clean, organized, and ready for inspection or tours.
• Participate in monthly inventory counts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machine operation

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a dependable Machine Operator / Blending Technician to join a food manufacturing operation in Woodinville. This full-time seasonal role involves operating filler and packaging machinery in a fast-paced environment, setting up for daily production, and monitoring performance.

The ideal candidate has prior manufacturing experience, attention to detail, and good communication skills.