Production Team Member III/Mixer- 3rd Shift (10pm-6:30am)- $26.47 +* per hour

C.H. Guenther & Son, Inc.; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K matching savings plan

Paid time off

Flexible savings account

Health savings account

Job summary

C.H. Guenther & Son, Inc. is seeking a reliable blending operator to efficiently discharge product from blenders, assist with changeovers, and ensure accurate weighing and labeling.

The role requires adherence to GMPs, safety rules, and documentation of weight, time, and batch information; overtime and weekend shifts may be required. You will work in a fast-paced production environment, maintain sanitary conditions, and collaborate with the blending team to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions and procedures.
• Math skills to compute weight, time, quantities and percentages.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to train others.

Responsibilities

• Manually discharge product from blenders into storage containers.
• Assist blending operators with product changeovers and loading of blender.
• Weigh containers and adjust quantities to match specifications.
• Verify order accuracy against BOM and record weights, times, and codes.
• Inspect containers for proper packaging, coding and labeling.
• Maintain a sanitary and orderly work area; follow safety procedures.
• End-of-line duties include replenishing supplies and performing metal detector verifications.
• Report safety concerns to Team Leader and coordinate downtime with supervisors.
• Attend shifts as scheduled; overtime and weekend work may be required.

Skills

Reading & interpretation

Mathematics

Communication & teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Efficiently and safely blend quality ingredients in the mixing blender machines. *Additional $1.50 per hour shift differential for hours worked between 6pm-6am *Must be flexible for overtime and weekend work

Duties and Responsibilities

Includes the following essential functions and responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned by management based on business needs. Manually discharge product from blenders into different storage containers. Meet certified training time frames. Assist other blending operators with product changeovers and loading of blender. Weigh containers and adjust quantity. Verify process order to actual Bill of Material for accuracy. Record information such as weight, time and date packaged, and check code dates on first case checks. Examine work orders for special instructions, proper packaging components, and blending recipe. Keep Blending lead person and/or Blending Team Leader informed of problems, potential issues and status of work in progress. Keep work area sanitary and orderly and/or wet clean within sanitary quality assurance specifications. Follow appropriate safety procedures and rules at all times. Perform the following end of line duties: Inspect filled containers to ensure that product is packaged according to specifications and is properly coded and labeled. Replenish blending supplies such as slip sheet, broom covers, blending processing paperwork, etc. Perform a needed metal detector verifications and scale logs. Report unsafe conditions and work-related accidents to Team Leader, Manufacturing Manager or Safety Manager immediately. Coordinate downtime duties with Lead and/or Team Leader. Be at work station when “start” buzzer sounds. Regular and predictable attendance.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Education/Certifications and Experience: High school diploma or GED. One year of related experience preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carryout instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to work in a fast paced environment Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to effectively train others Must be able to read work documents in English. Strong focus on safety Good understanding of plant quality requirements Good working knowledge of GMP’s Good attendance and work history Strong team mentality Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Work involves daily and frequent exposure to unusual elements, such as dirt, dust, fumes, odors, darkness and/or poor lighting, noise and vibration. Seasonal exposure to weather elements to include, but not limited to, extreme temperatures, wetness and humidity. Work environment involves daily exposure to physical risks and hazards, such as working around mechanical equipment, mechanical hazards, forklifts, chemical hazards, electrical hazards, fire and explosives hazards, communicable diseases. Position requires the ability to stand; walking around office, warehouse and plant; lifting and carrying packages up to 50 pounds; utilizing fine dexterity; and reaching, kneeling, crawling and twisting on a daily basis. Also requires the ability to see; hear; and communicate with associates as well as others by utilizing professional etiquette. Bump caps, safety glasses, goggles, gloves, ear plugs, lockout devices, fall protection and any other personal protective equipment, as defined by C.H. Guenther and Son will be provided. Work involves frequent exposure to time pressures, frequent change of tasks, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, tedious and exacting work, irregular work schedule and/ or overtime, noisy and/or distracting environment, working closely with others as part of a team, and on rare occasion’s emergency situations.

Expectations and Benefits

Will demonstrate, promote and exemplify the Company’s Core Values. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include medical, dental, vision, flexible savings account, health savings account, 401K matching savings plan, employee assistance program, wellness programs, life insurance, AD&D insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan counseling, employee referral program, paid time off, and more!

• medical
• dental
• vision
• flexible savings account
• health savings account
• 401K matching savings plan
• employee assistance program
• wellness programs
• life insurance
• AD&D insurance
• disability insurance
• tuition reimbursement
• student loan counseling
• employee referral program
• paid time off
• and more!

Additional information about our company, go to www.chg.com. C.H. Guenther & Son and its subsidiaries are E-Verify participating employers. Click here for more information regarding E-verify. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the pre-employment screening process which includes a drug screen and review of criminal background and other records as required. AA/EEO/Drug-Free Employer C.H. Guenther is a growing, privately owned corporation that has delivered high quality products, traditional flavors and our just “baked from scratch” taste since 1851. We are a leading supplier of baked and frozen food products; appetizers, snacks and soups; gravies, sauces and seasonings; biscuits and more for foodservice and consumer markets in North America and Europe. Our well-loved retail brands such as Pioneer, White Wings, Sun-Bird and Cuisine Adventures have been included at family meals for generations. With a relentless pursuit of excellence, we develop innovative food solutions and create sustainable value for our people, our customers, and our communities. We accomplish this by deploying best in class capabilities and being an employer of choice. We strive for high-performance, with a positive attitude in all that we do. We are results driven, communicate openly and honestly, value diversity and foster long-term relationships. Our leaders are committed to nurturing our diverse talent, their ideas, and unique perspectives. We strive to harness the full potential of our most important resource – our people. Our heritage is driven by our commitment to the core values of integrity/respect, empowerment, accountability, collaboration, and agility. Our vision is to nourish society as a transformational leader in the future of food. Join us in our purpose to create memorable moments through the power of food!