Day Shift Blend Operator: QA & Process

Dairy Challenge; Minnesota; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Blend Operator at DFA Ingredient Solutions in Minnesota ensures GMP compliance and meets regulatory food-safety, quality, and sanitation standards. The role weighs ingredients, prepares batches, and performs QA checks in the mix room while using pH meters and refractometers to maintain product specifications.

Must read, write, and speak English, and have a High School diploma or GED. Typical pay is $24.35/hour with benefits and safety training provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Basic math skills for measurements and conversions.
• Familiarity with lab/QA checks and plant procedures.

Responsibilities

• Weighs each ingredient and adds to the batch.
• Ensures the product is ready to dry.
• Carries out QA checks in the mix room.
• Operates pH meter and refractometer to stay within specs.
• Performs routine cleaning and preventive maintenance.
• Follows GMPs and plant operating procedures.
• Assists with safety analyses and training.

Skills

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Math skills (rate/ratio)

Safety procedures

Lockout/tagout knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

pH meter

Refractometer

Job description

The Blend Operator at DFA Ingredient Solutions in Minnesota ensures GMP compliance and meets regulatory food-safety, quality, and sanitation standards. The role weighs ingredients, prepares batches, and performs QA checks in the mix room while using pH meters and refractometers to maintain product specifications.

Must read, write, and speak English, and have a High School diploma or GED. Typical pay is $24.35/hour with benefits and safety training provided.