Dry Blending Operator

Chase-Professionals; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Chase-Professionals in Northbrook, Illinois is seeking a Dry Blending Operator to produce dry blended flavors in compliance with GMP rules. Candidates will follow a production schedule, handle raw materials, operate a forklift, and maintain safety standards.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, with 1-3 months relevant experience. RF scanner knowledge is preferred. Pre-employment screening including a drug test and background check is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 1-3 months related experience and/or training.
• RF scanner knowledge is preferred.
• Forklift operation required.

Responsibilities

• Follow production schedule, review orders report priority sequence deviation to the Planning Manager.
• Select the appropriate blender based on the batch size.
• Accurately weigh out the amount of raw materials according to the formula.
• Scan the raw materials using the barcode scanner.
• Stage the raw materials for loading into the blender.
• Clean and sanitize the equipment and room.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanner knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Dry Blending Operator that will produce dry blend flavors in blenders safely and in accordance with GMP rules. Follows all safety requirements, works in a safe manner and ensures coworker's safety.

Responsibilities

• Follow production schedule, review orders report priority sequence deviation to the Planning Manager.
• Select the appropriate blender based on the batch size.
• According to the formula, pick the required raw materials from the raw material warehouse.
• Accurately weigh out the amount of raw materials according to the formula.
• Scan the raw materials using the barcode scanner, ensuring lot number and quantity accuracy.
• Stage the raw materials by positioning them for loading into the blender. Use lift table on the large blenders. Forklift operation required.
• According to the manufacturing instruction, add the raw materials into the blender, mix appropriately, pay special attention to plating. Lab analysis may be required on some batches in process.
• Select the sifter screen specified by the formula, pack out the powder, assuring accurate weight through the sifter screen, and affix the specified labels and palletize.
• Fully fill out the production documents with initials.
• Collect the required samples according to the work order instructions.
• Following lock‑out tag‑out and sanitizing procedures clean and sanitize the equipment and room.
• Report any deviation from procedures to the Plant Manager.
• Follow GMP, safety guidelines and procedures.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 1‑3 months related experience and/or training.
• RF scanner knowledge is preferred.
• Forklift operation required.

Pre‑Employment Screening: Drug screen and background check required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Chase Professionals is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, disability, sex, age, ethnic or national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or presentation, pregnancy, genetics, veteran status or any other status protected by state or federal law.