Mixer Set Up - GFAL

Griffith Foods; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffith Foods in Alsip, Illinois is seeking a Mixer Set Up to operate an electric forklift and support the mixing and packaging process. You will move materials, stage raw ingredients, and ensure timely delivery to QA and packaging lines while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires completing the forklift certification within 30 days and working a second shift from 2:00 to 10:30 pm. Qualified candidates should have at least six months of related experience, basic math skills, and

Qualifications

• Six-month related experience and/or training.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics AX).
• Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail required.
• Must be able to work third shift Sunday–Thursday.

Responsibilities

• Move loads using forklift and other powered equipment to designated areas.
• Gather, stage, and prepare raw materials for mixers.
• Transport blended products to QA or packaging lines per schedule.
• Supply materials to meet production needs and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Hand-eye coordination

Basic math

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics AX

D365 records management

Job description

SHIFT & HOURS: Second Shift: Monday – Friday 2:00 – 10:30 pm

Hiring Hourly Rate: $26.19/hr. (Second Shift Differential = 5%)

2 Year Earning Potential Based on Continuous Learning Progression Pay

• 6 Months - $26.64/hr.
• 12 Months - $27.10/hr.
• 24 Months - $27.55/hr.

Griffith Foods is hiring a Mixer Set Up driver to operate an electric powered industrial forklift and other powered moving equipment (transtacker, pallet jack, etc.) to move products, equipment or materials by performing the following duties:

As a Mixer Set Up, your responsibilities will include:

• Moves levers and presses pedals to drive truck and control movement of lifting apparatus along with positioning forks, lifting platform, or other lifting device under, over or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, materials, and transports load to designated area.
• Gathering of all staged, oiled, and batched raw materials for the mixers on a timely basis.
• Transporting blended products (WIP totes, supersacks, pallets of finished products) to the QA conveyor or to the Packaging Department.
• Supply designated operators with materials needed to meet the R/E's and correct WIP totes to the packaging lines based on production schedule.
• Sorting pallets; transporting good used pallets and broken pallets to the designated areas.
• Rotation of premixes on a first in first out basis using manufacturing dates.
• Identify "hold" bill of materials and bring them to the Mixing Team Captain on a timely basis.
• Safely place WIP totes onto tote stands in an efficient and timely manner and perform daily safety inspections of forklift including recharging forklift batteries
• Maintain accurate paper and electronic (D365) records of material and products moved.
• Successfully complete the company’s Forklift Certification Program.

The Mixer Set Up position may be right for you if you:

• Ability to successfully complete company’s forklift certification program within first 30 days.
• Ability to read and write in English. Can comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Strong knowledge of Mixing and/or Packaging operations.

Qualified candidates will have:

• Six-month related experience and/or training
• Knowledge of ERP Systems (such as Microsoft Dynamics AX) a plus
• Strong hand eye coordination along with attention to detail required
• Must be able to work third shift schedule Sunday - Thursday

What will set you apart:

• Experience working in the Food and Beverage industry.
• Prior experience operating a forklift.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand and walk to communicate and listen effectively. This will require both office and plant floor environments. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee will occasionally need to operate and drive a forklift or electronic pallet jack to transport materials or goods.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Dust and odor are present in environment.

Griffith Foods, headquartered in Alsip, Illinois, partners globally to develop innovative, sustainable food solutions that meet evolving consumer needs and enhance culinary experiences.

Food and Beverage Manufacturing Manufacturing