Mixer Operator

US Waffle Company, Inc.; Liberty (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

US Waffle Company, Inc. in Liberty, South Carolina, is seeking an Industrial Mixer to operate high-speed mixing equipment, prepare batters and doughs, and ensure batch quality according to recipes and production standards.

You will document batch data, adjust equipment for consistency, maintain a clean and safe area, follow food safety protocols, and communicate issues to supervision. Experience in industrial mixing and English proficiency required; Spanish bilingual preferred.

Qualifications

• 1 year of industrial mixing experience.
• English literacy; Spanish bilingual preferred.
• Intermediate math skills and basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to follow GMP and food safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-speed mixing equipment to ensure batter and dough quality.
• Document batch data and deviations.
• Adjust processing equipment to maintain dough consistency and meet quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow SOPs.
• Report issues to supervisors or maintenance.
• Use SAP barcode scanners as part of the production workflow.

Skills

Industrial mixing

English communication

Spanish bilingual

Math skills

Computer literacy

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

SAP barcode scanners

Job description

Job Summary

We are hiring Industrial Mixers in Liberty, South Carolina, where we produce high-quality pancakes and waffles. In this role, you will operate industrial mixing equipment to prepare batters and doughs following strict recipes and production standards. You will be responsible for scaling and verifying ingredients, monitoring mix times and temperatures, documenting batch data, and ensuring consistent quality in every batch. Maintaining a clean and safe work area, following food safety protocols, and communicating any issues to supervisors or maintenance staff are also key responsibilities.

Work Schedule

• 1st Shift:6:00 AM - 2:30 PM (Mon–Fri); weekends as needed
• 2nd Shift:2:00 PM – 10:30 PM (Mon–Fri); weekends as needed
• 3rd shift:10:00 PM - 6:30 AM (Mon–Fri); weekends as needed

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect food production equipment before mixing to ensure it is operational and free of foreign materials and damage.
• Document observations on start-up and shutdown checklists using a mobile app or tablet.
• Adjust processing equipment to maintain dough consistency and meet quality standards.
• Document and communicate any deviations to the production supervisor.
• Report accidents or maintenance issues promptly.
• Operate high-speed and/or high-tech processing and packaging equipment following standard food production procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout production.
• Perform changeovers and end-of-run cleaning, equipment disassembly, and reassembly.
• Sanitize machines between production runs.
• Use SAP-based barcode scanners (training provided if needed).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Quality Assurance

• Follow established programs, policies, and practices to produce safe, high-quality food that meets SQF, regulatory, company, and customer standards.
• Conduct quality control tests.
• Report quality or workplace improvement suggestions to the production supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of industrial mixing experience.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English (Spanish bilingual preferred).
• Intermediate math skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn proprietary software.
• Moderate mechanical aptitude.

Physical & Safety Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 lbs.
• Compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety protocols.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
• Frequent walking and standing.
• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pushing, lifting, and climbing.
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments with exposure to flour dust, wet floors, occasional smoke, and fumes.