Operator II - Blending & Packaging Lead for Quality

PurposeBuilt Brands Inc.; Kenosha, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

PurposeBuilt Brands Inc. in Kenosha, WI is seeking an Operator II in Blending. The role blends powders and tablets, operates tablet presses, mixers, and packaging lines, and supports safety and quality through cGMP adherence.

You will lead line operations in packaging, weigh ingredients, and perform routine maintenance. The job requires reading recipes, strong communication, forklift operation, and bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Ability to read recipes, weights, and measures.
• Strong listening and interpersonal communication skills.
• Adherence to safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Blend batches of powders and tablets following batching sheets and SOPs; accurately weigh and measure ingredients using a scale.
• Operate multiple machines, including tablet presses, mixers, and packaging equipment, ensuring smooth and efficient production.
• Perform routine quality testing and document daily production performance and issues.
• Disassemble, clean, reassemble, and set up all required equipment; make light mechanical adjustments to ensure optimal operation.
• Work safely with chemicals of varying hazard ratings, including irritants, corrosives, and oxidizers.
• Pull and organize materials necessary for production; verify materials to be used.
• Perform inventory transactions in the MRP system to ensure accurate allocation and tracking of chemicals.
• Participate in daily start-up and shutdown procedures for the manufacturing area.
• Provide training for new employees and assist in driving the production team to meet safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Perform basic and routine maintenance activities on manufacturing equipment.
• Operate a motorized forklift and pallet jacks to move products throughout the facility.

Skills

Team leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Forklift operation

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Forklift certification

MRP system

Job description

PurposeBuilt Brands Inc. in Kenosha, WI is seeking an Operator II in Blending. The role blends powders and tablets, operates tablet presses, mixers, and packaging lines, and supports safety and quality through cGMP adherence.

You will lead line operations in packaging, weigh ingredients, and perform routine maintenance. The job requires reading recipes, strong communication, forklift operation, and bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.