Job Description | Mixer
Department: Mixing
Reports to: Mixing Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-ExemptPOSITION OVERVIEW As a mixer you are vital to the manufacturing process and the first line of protection in order for Beaverton Foods to manufacture finished products in accordance with company and FDA, USDA, ODA standards, safety regulations and quality control measures. As a mixer you will oversee and assist with the creation of our famous products from Sweet Hot Mustard to Creamy Horseradish. Everyday will be an adventure and you will have the opportunity to be a part of a great team with room for growth. As part of the larger Beaverton Foods team you will need a positive attitude towards not only your colleagues but also customers, vendors, and other staff. All necessary training will be provided.
Beaverton Foods offers a competitive benefits package including Paid Time Off, Employer sponsored health insurance, options for vision/dental insurance at low cost, paid holidays, 401(k), and of course free samples of our products.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The information provided below encompasses the functions and capabilities linked with this position.
This position is responsible to support all HACCP, Food Safety, Food Fraud, Food Defense programs and regulations by completing all Lot Tracking, Critical Control Point and Sanitation requirements.
Reviews daily production schedule with assigned assistant mixer and line operator.
Works closely with assigned assistant mixer to stage ingredients for efficient mixing operation.
Collects keys to locks for lockout procedures and assembles mixing apparatus according to production schedule.
Places ingredients according to written formulas in appropriate mixing apparatus. Operates mixing apparatus for particular formula in accordance with written specifications, quality assurance guidelines and safety procedures.
Ensures products are manufactured using Good Manufacturing Practices and that Allergen and HACCP principles are utilized.
Tests the pH of each batch of product and records the results. Informs quality assurance if pH is out of specification.
Notifies quality Assurance Manager or Mixing supervisor of substandard raw ingredients or inconsistencies of products in process.
Follow documented procedures for Lot Tracking and coordinate efforts with Inventory Control personnel.
Performs lockout procedures and disassembles mixing apparatus, including pumps and grinders, in order to carry out sanitation procedures.
Cleans and disinfects mixing utensils, tools, buckets, bins, and general work areas. Completes required production paperwork.
Notifies mixing supervisor when raw ingredients or supplies are low or missing.
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of GMPs and Allergen programs, HACCP, Food Safety, Food Defense, Quality Assurance, Hazard Communication, Hearing Conservation, Lock-Out/Tag-Out, Forklift & Aerial Lift programs, Sanitation programs and all other relevant safety procedures. Participates in plant sanitation projects, mandatory training and overtime work.
Aerial Lift programs, Sanitation programs and all other relevant safety procedures. Participates in plant sanitation projects, mandatory training and overtime work.
This position also supports our Gluten Free, QAI Organic and Kosher Programs.
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
The following capabilities are required in order to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden on the company are available to address the following requirements.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and six months experience in food processing or food handling highly preferred
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, memos, and written formulas and safety procedures. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to perform these operations using units of American weight measurement and volume. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
Ability to attend classes in English for training purposes
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 50 pounds with help. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and peripheral vision. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and extreme cold in the cooler.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 – $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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