Mixing Control Room Operator - 1st Shift

Central Garden & Pet; Chilton (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite fitness center

Prevea Kaytee Health & Wellness Clinic

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and STD insurance

401k with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Central Garden & Pet’s Kaytee division in Chilton, WI, seeks a Class 6 Machine Operator (Mixing Control Room) on 1st shift to support packaging lines and maintain product flow for birds and small animals.

You will mix formulas, verify batches, and document processes while coordinating with line leaders and maintenance. Excellent benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• This role requires a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to operate forklift and handcart in a safe manner.
• Ability to work independently and as a team in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Competence with general computer skills.
• Compentent using Outlook email.
• Strong communication skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to distinguish colors and the smell of different oils.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs, and up to 100 lbs with assistance; frequent bending, lifting and twisting.

Responsibilities

• Mix necessary formulas to cover packaging schedule.
• Ensure proper items and amounts are added to each batch.
• Plan mixing operations to meet product schedule in the most efficient manner, including pre-staging future mixes.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork.
• Maintain communication between Line Leaders, Set-Up Technicians, Mill Operators, Shift Supervisors, Production Scheduler, Maintenance, and Quality Control.
• Accurate recording of inventory transactions.
• Maintain ingredient bin inventories.
• Perform equipment inspections and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Forklift

Teamwork

Outlook

Communication

Math

Color recognition

Oil smell detection

Lifting capability (60-100 lbs)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Central Garden & Pet’s Kaytee division in Chilton, WI, seeks a Class 6 Machine Operator (Mixing Control Room) on 1st shift to support packaging lines and maintain product flow for birds and small animals.

You will mix formulas, verify batches, and document processes while coordinating with line leaders and maintenance. Excellent benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, and wellness programs.