Mixer

Ventura Foods Llc; Mitchellville (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Life Insurance (2X annual salary)

Disability Insurance (short & long)

401K with company match

Vacation & Sick Time

9 Paid Holidays

Mental Health Wellness Program

Job summary

Ventura Foods Llc is seeking a dependable Production Worker to blend dry ingredients and operate powered equipment in a fast-paced plant in Mitchellville, IA. You will weigh, load, and move materials, follow formulas, and monitor quality using scales and labeling procedures.

Responsibilities include forklift operation, equipment checks, safe handling, and accurate record-keeping while maintaining clean, organized work areas.

Qualifications

• Basic math calculations (add/subtract/multiply/divide).
• Ability to read instructions and labels; follow procedures.
• Proven reliability and good attendance.
• Ability to operate forklift and other powered handling equipment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 100 lbs occasionally and 50 lbs constantly.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, weigh, issue and return materials; record data.
• Operate powered forklifts/pallet jacks to move product.
• Operate hoist system and bulk sugar weigh scale.
• Inspect equipment before shift; report problems to supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Math computations

Safety compliance

English communication

Tools

Forklift & powered equipment

Job description

Why Join Us?We are passionate about enhancing the food experience across foodservice. Ventura Foods delivers customized flavor solutions, including liquid portion control, dry condiments and seasonings and dry-blended mixes.Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits.• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage• Life Insurance policy in the amount of 2X annual salary (100% employer paid)• Short Term and Long-Term Disability insurance (100% employer paid)• Supplemental Accident Coverage, Critical Illness Coverage, and Hospital Indemnity• 401K retirement plan with company match• Vacation and Sick Time• 9 Paid Holidays• Employee Appreciation Events• Mental Health Wellness ProgramJOB SUMMARY: Blend dry raw materials following specific formulas and quantities to make assorted product mixtures and flavorings using electrically powered blending machines. Use stand-up and sit-down industrial forklifts and material handling equipment to move bulk containers of product.PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESLoad, unload, weigh, issue and return to stock materials or containers and record information on forms.Operate powered fork trucks or pallet jacks equipped with elevating platform or trailer hitch to move product and materials.Operate hoist system and bulk sugar weigh scale.Follow checklist procedures to inspect power equipment prior to each shift for problems. Report problems to Supervisor.Be trained and certified for safe and efficient use of powered equipment used for material handling.Select and blend proper ingredients following specific formulas, quantities, and times to make assorted product mixtures using powered blending equipment.Read labels and store material in proper locations.Regular attendance on the job, reliability and dependability are required.Sense of ordinary care to prevent material losses or damages to product.Adhere to safety rules and regulations, good housekeeping, and sanitation.OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESMaintain equipment and immediate work area in neat and orderly manner.Takes samples of product for quality control checks.Dump garbage into dumpsterPerform other duties and special projects.Travel required up to 10% between buildingsWORKING CONDITIONSWork in normal manufacturing environment. Potential exposure to equipment movement hazards and dangerous chemicals/solventsProper personal protective equipment required.Electrical shock.Obstacles, steps, dirt, dust.Significant work pace/pressure.Diversity & Inclusion:Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESAbility to perform basic mathematical calculations including simple addition, subtraction, multiplication, division.Ability to understand and follow verbal or demonstrated instructions, write identifying information, record information on forms.Ability to carry out written, verbal or diagrammatic instructions.Ability to operate forklift and other powered equipment for material handling.Must be reliable and have good attendance.Ability to perform heavy physical work, exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, up to 50 lbs. constantly, performing such activities as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pulling, pushing, feeling, lifting, and grasping.Good mechanical aptitude for operating special purpose production machinery.LANGUAGE SKILLS Must be able to speak English and write English and effectively communicate with fellow employees, supervisors, and Quality Control.