Mixer - 1st Shift

Hospeco Brands Group; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Hospeco Brands Group in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Compounder responsible for measuring, blending, and processing chemical ingredients in accordance with precise formulations and safety standards to ensure consistent product quality.

You will mix batches, load ingredients, monitor equipment, maintain production logs, and assist in maintaining GMP-compliant operations while coordinating with the lab and maintenance teams.

Qualifications

• Experience operating tow motors is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Committed to safety and GMP practices.

Responsibilities

• Mix batches according to instructions and procedures.
• Load ingredients into mixing tanks and weigh ingredients.
• Maintain logs and required production records.
• Clean, sanitize, and inspect equipment; ensure safety.
• Comply with GMP and OSHA requirements; coordinate with lab.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Math skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tow motors

Job description

Hospeco Brands Group is thehubfor astrategic collectionof manufacturing and salescompaniesthat lead the way in multiple categories — from personal care and protection to textiles, from cleaning products to contamination control— to empowerits distributor partners into the future.Their cohesive approach promotesoperational efficiency andfuelsinnovation,whileequipping its varied businesses to tackle the toughest challenges across industrial and manufacturing, healthcare and life sciences, food service, hospitality, transportation, and many other dynamic market segments. Hospeco's rapid growth, both organic and via acquisition, ispoweredbyitsteam ofdriven, innovative problem-solvers and a culture of integrity and respect.

Position Summary

The Compounder is responsible for accurately measuring, blending, and processing chemical ingredients according to precise formulations and safety standards. This role ensures the consistent quality of mixed products by following batch instructions, monitoring equipment, and maintaining detailed production records.

Essential Function of the Job

• Mix batches in accordance with mixing instructions and procedures
• Can exhibit leadership qualities and self-motivated to carry out tasks
• Will cooperate and communicate with management, co-workers, and vendors
• Will participate in team meetings as necessary
• Perform ingredient weigh up and scale up for mixing batches
• Maintain logs and required records
• Load ingredients into mixing tanks
• Check for proper filling, seals, or damaged incoming ingredient packages
• Perform proper housekeeping cleaning /sanitizing equipment
• Perform raw material and finished mix cycle counts monthly
• Rework product as needed, working with the lab
• Wash equipment, clean, & sanitize equipment/inspections
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices
• Must be good with Microsoft Office programs
• Must have good math skills in order to do unit conversions and repairs
• Maintain record of all raw materials coming to plant and maintain efficient safety regulations.
• Maintain all mixing plant equipment and perform troubleshoot with maintenance.
• Maintain optimal quality of all products and recommend improvements to the lab.
• Manage inventory of all mixing plant supplies and ensure accuracy in same according to required policies and procedures and manage all communication for safety standards.
• Perform regular inspection on all machinery and maintain compliance to all regulations such as OSHA.

Education, Certifications and Licensures

• Previous experience with operating tow motors, mixing equipment and scales helpful
• Must have the physical ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Follow procedures/directions and be safety minded