LaSalle: 2nd Shift Mixer

Express Employment International; LaSalle (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Sick Time

Weekly pay

Direct Deposit

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Express Employment International is seeking a Mixer Operator for our La Salle, IL facility. You will prepare and mix ingredients per recipes and production schedules, monitor times and speeds, and ensure quality and food safety standards throughout the process.

The role requires ability to read formulas, perform basic math, lift up to 50 pounds, and maintain GMP-compliant, clean and organized work areas. Weekly pay and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing or related production roles.
• Ability to read recipes and production instructions.
• Basic math skills for quantities.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Accurately weigh, measure, and stage ingredients per batch sheets.
• Operate mixing equipment and monitor times, speeds, and specs.
• Verify ingredients added in correct sequence.
• Perform quality checks on doughs and mixes for consistency.
• Complete batch records and production documentation.
• Report equipment issues to maintenance or supervision.
• Follow GMP, food safety, and sanitation procedures.
• Assist with setup, changeovers, and cleaning between runs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Collaborate with production and packaging to meet daily goals.

Skills

Ingredient weighing

Measuring & batching

Reading recipes

Basic math

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Punctuality

Job description

Mixer Operator

Position Title: Mixer Operator
Location: La Salle, IL
Shift: Train on 1st shift - 2nd, and/or 3rd Shift Available

Job Summary

The Mixer Operator is responsible for preparing and mixing ingredients according to established formulas and production schedules. This position plays a critical role in ensuring product quality, consistency, and food safety standards are met throughout the manufacturing process.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Accurately weigh, measure, and stage ingredients according to recipes and batch sheets.


• Operate industrial mixing equipment and monitor mixing times, speeds, and specifications.


• Verify that all ingredients are properly recorded and added in the correct sequence.


• Perform quality checks on doughs, batters, and finished mixes to ensure consistency and compliance with standards.


• Complete required production documentation and batch records.


• Monitor equipment performance and report mechanical issues to maintenance or supervision.


• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety, and sanitation procedures.


• Assist with equipment setup, changeovers, and cleaning between production runs.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.


• Work closely with production and packaging teams to meet daily production goals.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food manufacturing, mixing, baking, production, or machine operation preferred.


• Ability to read and follow recipes, formulas, and production instructions.


• Basic math skills for measuring and calculating ingredient quantities.


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.


• Reliable attendance and punctuality required.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance


• Life Insurance


• Paid Sick Time


• WEEKLY pay


• Direct Deposit


• $100 Referral Bonus (+$50 for the person being referred)