Blending Technician I - Day Shift

INW: Innovations in Nutrition + Wellness; Benicia (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Company paid Life Insurance for the ee

Company paid AD&D and LTD Insurance

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

401K with company match

Job summary

INW: Innovations in Nutrition + Wellness in Benicia, CA is seeking a Blending Technician I to join our production team. You will blend raw material products according to batch records, verify ingredients, and record lots and times using batch sheets.

Responsibilities include following GMP/HAACP guidelines, completing GDP-based batch sheets, operating pallet jacks and forklifts, and supporting a safe, efficient work environment in a fast-paced facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and write in English; good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Blend raw material products according to production batch records.
• Follow batch sheets and mixing instructions, record lot numbers and blending times.
• Follow GMP and HAACP guidelines to ensure food safety.
• Complete batch sheets per GDPs.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely and adhere to OSHA guidelines.
• Support housekeeping and maintain a safe work environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job description

• Blend raw material products according to production batch records.
• Use batch sheets and follow the mixing instructions to blend products, visually check materials, item number, enter lot number and quantities for each batch such as the ingredients used and record the blending time.
• Follow GMP and HAACP guidelines to ensure food safety rules are met.
• Completes batch sheets according to Good Documentation Practices (GDPs).
• Follow Department SOPs/Forms and support efforts in general housekeeping.
• Help maintain a safe working environment by complying with company and state regulations.
• Operates standard warehouse equipment (manual and electric pallet jacks, pallet wrapper, sit-down forklifts, stand-up reach trucks) while abiding by OSHA warehouse equipment regulations and guidelines.
• Be a team player who is willing to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job Details

Description

Essential Functions

• Blend raw material products according to production batch records.
• Use batch sheets and follow the mixing instructions to blend products, visually check materials, item number, enter lot number and quantities for each batch such as the ingredients used and record the blending time.
• Follow GMP and HAACP guidelines to ensure food safety rules are met.
• Completes batch sheets according to Good Documentation Practices (GDPs).
• Follow Department SOPs/Forms and support efforts in general housekeeping.
• Help maintain a safe working environment by complying with company and state regulations.
• Operates standard warehouse equipment (manual and electric pallet jacks, pallet wrapper, sit-down forklifts, stand-up reach trucks) while abiding by OSHA warehouse equipment regulations and guidelines.
• Be a team player who is willing to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour

Schedule Hours: 5:30am - 2:00pm, Monday through Friday

Position Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge/Skills

• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), RedZone Operations Software and handheld devices (RF) a plus.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to read and write in English.
• Solid math skills with the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.
• Thorough understanding of OSHA requirements and safety standards for operating material handling.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
• Able to walk and stand on a constant basis (up to 8 hours per shift).
• Able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis (3 to 6 hours per shift).
• Able to sit, squat, stoop, climb, kneel, and crawl on an occasional basis (up to 3 hours per shift).
• Able to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.

Financial Responsibilities

N/A

Reporting Relationships

The Blending Technician I reports directly to the Blending Supervisor.

We Offer Generous Benefits Including

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance for the employee, their spouse and eligible children
• Company paid AD&D and LTD Insurance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K with company match