Machine Operator – Mixing & Blending |12-hour work shift | Built in long weekends!

Rosina Food Products, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vacation & Sick Time

401(k) with Company Match

Referral Bonus

Leadership Training

Growth Opportunities

Positive work-life balance

Job summary

Rosina Food Products, Inc. in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Mixing Operator to support the production line. This full-time role involves operating industrial mixers and grinders, reading schedules, and ensuring ingredients are verified before production begins.

Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined, able to lift up to 50 pounds, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position offers a 12-hour 2-2-3 shift rotation with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude required.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong math and attention to detail.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial mixers and grinders.
• Read production schedules and batch sheets.
• Verify ingredients before production begins.
• Stage raw materials.
• Monitor product consistency throughout production.
• Complete production documentation.
• Perform equipment setup and basic adjustments.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Lift up to 50 pounds

Attention to detail

Troubleshoot equipment issues

Job description

Start Every Great Product

Our Mixing Operators play a vital role in producing Rosina's products by accurately preparing ingredients and operating industrial mixing equipment.

Rosina Food Products, Inc.

Buffalo, NY

Full-Time

Start Every Great Product

Our Mixing Operators play a vital role in producing Rosina's products by accurately preparing ingredients and operating industrial mixing equipment.

This role is ideal for mechanically inclined individuals who enjoy learning equipment, solving problems, and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

• Operate industrial mixers and grinders.
• Read production schedules and batch sheets.
• Verify ingredients before production begins.
• Stage raw materials.
• Monitor product consistency throughout production.
• Complete production documentation.
• Perform equipment setup and basic adjustments.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.

What You'll Learn

• Spice Room Operations
• Grind Area
• Mixer Operations
• Ingredient Verification
• Equipment Setup
• Food Safety
• Quality Systems

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Strong math and attention to detail.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues.

Pay & Benefits

• $22-$24/hr depending on experience
• Positive work / life balance!
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 96 Hours Vacation + 56 Hours Sick Time
• 401(k) with Company Match
• $1,000 Referral Bonus
• Paid Leadership Training & Growth Opportunities

Schedule: 12-Hour 2-2-3 Rotation

• 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM (Morning Shift)
• 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM (Night Shift) + $1.50 Shift Differential

You’ll work 2 days on, 2 days off, then 3 days on — giving you built-in long weekends every other week!

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