Mixer Operator

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

FGF Brands in Lebanon, TN is seeking a Mixer/Scaler to accurately mix and scale ingredients per batch sheets, ensuring quality and production efficiency. You will support the Team Leader by maintaining records, operating mixers, and adhering to GMP, food safety and safety procedures.

The role requires physical ability, stamina and flexibility to work varied shifts including weekends. Experience in manufacturing (food/bakery helpful) and the use of RF guns for inventory and SAP/OMS procedures are

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing environment; food/bakery experience desirable.
• External candidates must have mixer experience of 1 year.
• Internal candidates must have worked as General TM in Production/Sanitation for at least 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Weigh and measure ingredients per batch sheet using scales or automation.
• Ensure ingredients meet quality standards; report shortages or discrepancies.
• Operate industrial mixers to blend ingredients per recipes for consistent product quality.
• Capable of operating OFS/San-Casciano system for automated mixing.
• Check texture, pH and temperature of mixed products; ensure they meet standards.
• Use RF guns for inventory transactions; follow SAP/OMS protocols.
• Maintain clean work area and proper waste disposal; support sanitation duties.
• Report safety, quality, or equipment issues to leadership; assist in investigations.
• Maintain real-time records of mixing activities and deviations from procedures.
• Assist with changeovers and return-to-stock of packaging materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication

Independent work

Physical fitness

Weekend flexibility

Tools

OFS/San-Casciano system

RF guns

SAP/OMS

Job description

We’re a naan traditional company… Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

Overview

Reporting to the Team Leader and/orLine Leader,theTheMixer/Scaler is responsible for accurately mixing and scaling ingredients to produce batches that consistently meet quality standards and production requirements in a timely and efficient manner. You will support your Team Leader by demonstrating and practicing teamwork every day andrespectingall your fellow Team Members.

Responsibilities

• Weigh and measure ingredients per the batch sheet specifications using appropriate equipment, including manual scales or automated scaling systems.
• Ensure all ingredients comply with established quality standards before use and report any inventory shortages or discrepancies to the leaders.
• Operate industrial mixers to blend ingredients into doughs or batters, strictly following specified mixing recipes to ensure consistent product quality.
• Capable of operatingtheOFS/San-Casciano system for fully automated mixing processes.
• Check texture, consistency, pH and temperature of mixed products to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Uses a variety of tools (scales, thermometers, knives, etc.) in a safe and efficient manner
• Responsible for adhering to the mixing schedule and communicating any delays to leadership in a timely manner, along with valid reasons.
• Reportany safety, quality, food safety or any equipment malfunctionsorissues to the production leaders.
• Help investigate and resolve batch inconsistencies or quality issues.
• Maintain accurate, real-time records of mixing activities, including ingredients used, critical processing parameters, and any deviations from standard procedures.
• Proficient in using RF guns to perform all inventory-related transactions, ensuring compliance with SAP/OMS procedures and protocols
• Participates in cleaning up responsibilities (must maintain a clean working environment by cleaning the floors and disposing of waste throughout the mixing area).
• Ensure proper segregation and disposal of food, plastic, and paper waste to support environmental sustainability and compliance with waste management policies.
• Follows all GMP’s, Food Safety and Health and Safety Procedures as outlined by FGF Brands.
• Perform return-to-stock activities and return all packaging materials upon completion of production runs and after each changeover.
• Prevent contamination by practicing proper hygiene and allergen control.
• Able to perform all the general team member tasks in the plant or any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment (food/bakery experience is desirable)
• Internal candidatesmust have worked at FGF as a General TM in Production/Sanitation fora minimum of 6 months
• External candidates must have worked as a Mixer fora minimum of 1 year
• Accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to detect the presence of a quality issue
• Good communication skills, along with simple mathematical abilities
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to operate manual pump truck /electric walkie in safe and efficient manner and perform daily inspection.
• Physically capable of performing the demands of the role, includinglifting upto 50 lb.
• Ability to move from one task to another with minimal distraction
• Comfortable working in cold, warm, or humid environments, and flexible towork days, afternoons, nights, and weekends as needed.