Production Operator

Cvista LLC; Riverview (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Cvista LLC in Riverview, Florida is seeking a Blender / Production Operator to prepare, measure, and blend food-grade and chemical ingredients according to approved formulations and procedures. The role emphasizes product consistency, quality, safety, GMP, and adherence to batch records and production schedules.

You will operate blending and transfer equipment, verify materials and lot numbers, support packaging and labeling, maintain clean and organized work areas, and participate in quality

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing setting with adherence to GMP and safety protocols.
• Ability to operate and monitor blending/processing equipment.
• Familiarity with batch records and production documentation.

Responsibilities

• Accurately weigh, measure, and blend raw materials per batch instructions.
• Operate blending, mixing, pumping, filtering, and transfer equipment safely.
• Verify ingredients and lot numbers before blending.
• Follow production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Maintain batch records and production logs accurately.

Skills

Manufacturing environment experience

Forklift experience

Equipment maintenance

Operation monitoring

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Position Summary

The Blender / Production Operator is responsible for preparing, measuring, and blending food-grade and chemical ingredients in accordance with approved formulations, production specifications, and manufacturing procedures. This position ensures product consistency, quality, and operational efficiency while maintaining compliance with food safety standards, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), workplace safety requirements, and company policies. Responsibilities also include proper equipment operation, material handling, accurate production documentation, and maintaining a safe and organized manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• -Accurately weigh, measure, and blend raw materials according to batch formulations and work instructions.
• -Operate blending, mixing, pumping, filtering, and transfer equipment safely and efficiently.
• -Verify ingredients, lot numbers, and quantities before blending
• -Follow production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements.
• -Monitor blending operations and adjust as required to maintain product specifications.
• -Complete batch records, production logs, and related documentation accurately.
• -Assist with packaging, labeling, and transferring finished products to designated storage locations.
• -Perform tank and equipment cleaning according to procedure
• -Collect production samples for quality control testing as required.
• -Maintain accurate traceability and inventory records.
• -Report any quality concerns, deviations, or non-conforming materials immediately.
• -Participate in internal and external audits as required.
• -Utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• -Safely handle food-grade ingredients, flavor ingredients, essential oils, and regulated chemical materials.
• -Maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure a safe working environment.
• -Receive and verify raw materials used in production.
• -Assist with inventory counts and material reconciliation.
• -Move raw materials and finished goods using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material-handling equipment.
• -Perform routine inspections of blending and processing equipment.
• -Identify maintenance issues and report them promptly.
• -Assist with preventative maintenance activities as assigned.
• -Maintain equipment cleanliness and operational readiness.

Skills:

• -Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• -Forklift experience.
• -Equipment Maintenance - Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• -Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.