Production Mixer

Rust-Oleum; Elgin (AL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-Day Work Week (10-Hour Shifts)

Safety-Focused Culture

Opportunity to Advance Within Mantrose

Job summary

Mantrose Group, part of RPM International, is hiring a Production Mixer for Elgin, IL. You will weigh, blend, and mix raw materials per formulas, operate packaging equipment, and ensure safety and quality standards in a fast-paced plant.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, basic math skills, and a willingness to work overtime. This is a full-time role with a 4-day workweek (10-hour shifts) and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong reading, writing, and basic math skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds regularly.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Dependable attendance and willingness to work overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Accurately weigh, add, and blend raw materials according to formulas and production schedules.
• Operate mixers, conveyors, auto-fillers, metal detectors, and related production equipment.
• Ensure products meet Food Safety, SQF, QA, and customer requirements.
• Verify that materials, formulas, labels, tools, and equipment are prepared before production starts.
• Inspect production areas to ensure GMPs compliance.
• Maintain accurate production records and complete required documentation.
• Keep work areas clean and organized to promote a safe workplace.
• Report production, quality, safety, downtime, or equipment issues to supervisors.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in team communications.
• Follow all company safety policies and food safety programs.

Skills

Reading & Math

Independence

Attention to detail

Attendance & Overtime willingness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Production Mixer

Profile Food Ingredients | Mantrose Group Elgin, IL Full-Time | 4-Day Work Week (10-Hour Shifts)

Join a Team That Makes Ingredients Matter

Profile Food Ingredients, part of Mantrose Group and RPM International Inc., is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Production Mixer to join our manufacturing team in Elgin, Illinois.

In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for accurately weighing, blending, and mixing raw materials according to production formulas and schedules while ensuring compliance with food safety, quality, and production standards. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and take pride in producing quality products, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Accurately weigh, add, and blend raw materials according to formulas and production schedules
• Operate mixers, conveyors, auto-fillers, metal detectors, and related production equipment
• Ensure products meet Food Safety, SQF, QA, and customer requirements
• Verify that materials, formulas, labels, tools, and equipment are prepared before production starts
• Inspect production areas to ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Maintain accurate production records and complete required documentation
• Keep work areas clean and organized to promote a safe workplace
• Report production, quality, safety, downtime, or equipment issues to supervisors
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in team communications
• Follow all company safety policies and food safety programs

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Strong reading, writing, and basic math skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds regularly
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Dependable attendance and willingness to work overtime when needed

Preferred

• Previous food manufacturing or production experience
• Forklift certification or experience operating forklifts
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Knowledge of SQF, GMP, OSHA, and food safety practices

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift
• Regular bending, twisting, reaching, climbing, and lifting
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds
• Comfortable working in a dry and dusty manufacturing environment
• Frequent use of hands and arms for repetitive motions and material handling

Why Join Mantrose Group?

Great Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with Company Benefits
• RPM Pension Program
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Career Growth and Development Opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Enjoy a 4-day workweek with 10-hour shifts, giving you an extra day each week to focus on what matters most.

About Mantrose Group

Mantrose Group is a global leader in specialty coatings and functional ingredients serving the food, pharmaceutical, and consumer product industries. As part of RPM International Inc., we combine the strength of a global organization with the culture of a local team, providing employees with opportunities to grow, contribute, and make an impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Profile Food Ingredients and Mantrose Group are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• RPM Pension Plan
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Career Growth & Development Opportunities

Additional Perks:

• 4-Day Work Week (10-Hour Shifts)
• Stable, Growing Food Manufacturing Environment
• Safety-Focused Culture
• Opportunity to Advance Within Mantrose Group and RPM International

Compensation: starting at $21 per hour, depending on experience. Competitive benefits begin after eligibility requirements are met.