Mixer, 1st Shift 7:30 AM - 3:30PM $23.23/hr.+*

C.H. Guenther & Son, Inc.; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Flexible savings account

Health savings account

401K matching

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

C.H. Guenther & Son, Inc. in Elk Grove, CA is seeking a Mixer (Flour) to ensure batches meet quality and yield standards and align with the production schedule. You will prepare dough per recipes, monitor ingredients, and document process data in our ERP/TGI systems.

Responsibilities include maintaining food safety compliance, performing changeovers, coordinating with machine operators, and keeping the mixing area clean and audit-ready. Prior experience with food manufacturing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Grade School level education; High School Diploma/GED is a plus.
• 1–2 years of experience operating food manufacturing machinery or similar.
• 1–2 years following SOPs, recipes, and work task specifications.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety and food safety standards and participate in safety training.
• Ensure compliance with SQF, GMP, HACCP, OSHA and company policies.
• Prepare batches according to recipes and production schedule.
• Verify ingredients before mixing and coordinate with operator on dough consistency.
• Maintain accurate production records in the ERP and TGI systems.
• Monitor mixing parameters (temperature, pressure, appearance) to meet quality and yield targets.
• Report equipment malfunctions and support preventive maintenance.
• Keep mixing areas clean, organized, and audit-ready.
• Communicate with machine operator to coordinate changes and breaks.
• Assist with changeovers and ensure waste stays within limits.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Math skills

Basic computer skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team player

Training and coaching

Self-motivated

Physical stamina

Education

Grade School level

High School Diploma/GED a plus

Tools

ERP system

TGI system

RF gun

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Mixer is responsible for ensuring that all mixes and grinds meet acceptable quality, yield standards and are in line with the production schedule. This role oversees that all ingredients and materials are correct based on product specifications. They must be able to prepare batches per the specified guidelines and production schedule. This role maintains accurate reporting and documentation of the mixing process in writing and via the company’s ERP system.

Duties and Responsibilities

Food Safety & Safety: Always perform tasks according to Safety and Food Safety Standards. Participate in safety training programs and contribute to the development of safety initiatives to promote a culture of safety. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (SQF, GMP, HACCP, OSHA) and company policies and trainings related to food safety, sanitation, and environmental regulations (e.g., HACCP, Food Safety, GMP’s, Food Fraud/Defense, Allergens, Organic, Gluten Free) Reports equipment malfunctions and assures that the preventive maintenance program is effective and meets production needs. Ensures compliance of LOTO procedures. Must follow the production schedule and stay on track; completes efficient product changeovers. Promotes teamwork at all levels. Maintains work area clean, safe, and organized. Responsible for following and complying with all SQF requirements. Maintains workstations per SQF guidelines. Responsible for following Company rules, policies, and procedures. Mixer (Flour) Must be able to identify and understand the requirements for preparing the batch using the appropriate recipes. Follows recipes and instructions for preparing the dough based on product specifications and quantities. Verifies that all ingredients are accurate prior to mixing the products. Coordinate with the machine operator to agree that the 1st mix of every product is the correct dough consistency prior to removing the mix for the bowl. Ensures that all mixes meet acceptable quality, yield standards and are in line with the production schedule. Monitors temperature, pressure, appearance, and physical changes as part of the process progression. Responsible for not exceeding waste standards. Must report any deficiencies to the department lead and/or supervisor. Maintains record and documents data into the required reports (mixing, temperatures, etc.) Responsible for using RF gun, for all ingredient consumption. Maintains record of quantity of mixes and assures all ingredient consumptions are performed and entered on TGI work orders. Responsible for maintaining constant communication with the machine operator. Communicates and coordinates lunches and breaks with the machine operator. Must be proactive in troubleshooting and resolving problems. Verifies that the equipment is maintained in top operating condition, cleaned, and sanitized. Responsible for maintaining the mixing room organized and audit ready. Reports equipment malformations and assures that the preventive maintenance program is effective and meets production needs. Must follow the production schedule and stay on track; completes efficient product changeovers. Other duties as assigned. Grinder: Responsible for the preparation of equipment. Changes the grinder stones per frequency indicated. Verifies the planning scheduling. Inspects the quality of the corn before grinding (pH and humidity). Verifies that the masa meets the texture standards required by the recipe. Weighs the masa per the recipe standards. Responsible for entering information on TGI system. Completes the changes of the preservative tanks when they finish. Corn Mixer Completes the preparation of the mix using the appropriate recipe and specifications. Guarantees that all the mixes follow the required quality standards. Verifies that all the ingredients are scanned in the TGI system. Verify that the ingredients used follow the FIFO program. Meets machinery performance standards. Ensures that waste standards are not exceeded. Reports and deficiencies to the department supervisor after any change over of product. Maintains good communication with the machine operator regarding changes that are presented (texture, color, smell of masa, etc.) Completes proper documentation of production reports (mixes, temperatures, lot numbers, etc.)

Minimum Job Requirements

Education/Certifications and Experience: Grade School level; High School Diploma/ GED a plus. 1-2 years’ experience operating or working with food manufacturing machinery equipment or similar experience. 1-2 years’ experience following work task specifications, SOP’s, recipes, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must have proficient communications skills both verbal and written. Must be proficient in basic math skills and the proper use of a calculator. Must have basic computer skills. Must have proficient analytical skills. Must have proficient problem-solving skills. Must be able to train, coach, and motivate co-workers. Must be a team player. Must be self‑motivated; able to initiate action to correct deficiencies. Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs. Must be able to perform work while standing during prolonged periods. Must be able to bend, stoop, crawl, reach, grasp and work in adverse and awkward positions. Must be reliable, punctual and have schedule flexibility including working weekends, Holidays, and off‑shifts as needed. Must be able to comply with company attendance and punctuality policy. Must be able to fulfill essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner. Must adhere to a drug and alcohol zero tolerance policy. Must be able to comply with and follow all food safety, and third‑party certification policies (SQF, Gluten‑Free and Organic, etc.).

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Continual walking and standing on hard surface, climbing, and descending steps. Continual bending, kneeling, squatting, stooping, reaching, pulling, pushing, and lifting up‑to 50 lbs. Exposed to rotating and reciprocating parts. Driving industrial equipment such as big joe or pallet jacks. Exposed to cool, hot temperatures and noise. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Temperatures ranging to very warm conditions. Loud noises generated from equipment.

Expectations

Will demonstrate, promote and exemplify the Company’s Core Values. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include medical, dental, vision, flexible savings account, health savings account, 401K matching savings plan, employee assistance program, wellness programs, life insurance, AD&D insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan counseling, employee referral program, paid time off, and more!

For additional information about our company, go to www.chg.com.

C.H. Guenther & Son and its subsidiaries are E-Verify participating employers.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the pre‑employment screening process which includes a drug screen and review of criminal background and other records as required.

AA/EEO/Drug-Free Employer C.H. Guenther is a growing, privately owned corporation that has delivered high quality products, traditional flavors and our just “baked from scratch” taste since 1851.

We are a leading supplier of baked and frozen food products; appetizers, snacks and soups; gravies, sauces and seasonings; biscuits and more for foodservice and consumer markets in North America and Europe.

Our well-loved retail brands such as Pioneer, White Wings, Sun-Bird and Cuisine Adventures have been included at family meals for generations.

With a relentless pursuit of excellence, we develop innovative food solutions and create sustainable value for our people, our customers, and our communities.

We accomplish this by deploying best in class capabilities and being an employer of choice.

We strive for high-performance, with a positive attitude in all that we do.

We are results driven, communicate openly and honestly, value diversity and foster long-term relationships.

Our leaders are committed to nurturing our diverse talent, their ideas, and unique perspectives.

We strive to harness the full potential of our most important resource – our people.

Our heritage is driven by our commitment to the core values of integrity/respect, empowerment, accountability, collaboration, and agility.

Our vision is to nourish society as a transformational leader in the future of food.

Join us in our purpose to create memorable moments through the power of food!