Blending Technician

    Highlights

    Calculate total cartons/ bags produced along with total weights and explain any difference between batch weight and total weight. Push, pull, lift and/or carry heavy product such as equipment, bags and/or drums weighing up to 100lbs.

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    LocationReno, NV

    Description

    Job Summary:
    Dump and blend seasonings and/or spices to meet customer’s specifications and package accordingly.
    Responsibilities:
    • Follow mixing instructions on batch card to produce seasonings and or spices to meet customer’s specifications.
    • Verify quality of product with QC Lab before starting run.
    • Visually inspect product during process to ensure quality is correct. Operator is 100% responsible for the room including quality, sanitation, cleanliness and productivity.
    • Fill out the batch card during the run and complete the card at the end of each run.
    • Calculate total cartons/ bags produced along with total weights and explain any difference between batch weight and total weight.
    • Make sure all safety rules are followed in their room.
    • Other duties as assigned.
    Qualifications
    • High School diploma/GED required
    • 1 year warehouse experience required; food manufacturing preferred
    • Strong attention to detail
    • Strong oral comprehension and expression skills
    • Dependability with a sense of urgency
    • Demonstrated success at being a team player
    • Demonstrated communication skills at all levels, including management
    • Demonstrated basic math and problem-solving skills
    • Stand on feet for the duration of the shift
    • Walk long distances
    • Push, pull, lift and/or carry heavy product such as equipment, bags and/or drums weighing up to 100lbs
    • Able to extend arms with hands over the head or at shoulder height
    • Hold, grasp, or turn with the use of hands
    • Touch, pickup, and pinch with the use of fingers
    • Kneel, stoop or bend downwards and forward
    • Ascend or descend ladders and platforms
    • Stand, work and walk at heights on platforms at least six feet or higher
    • Express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word.  Convey detailed instructions to others
    • Able to hear, understand and distinguish speech and/or other sounds such as machinery alarms
    • Near and far visual acuity required
    • Work in an environment that is noisy, dusty and may contain spices with high heat intensity
    • Withstand working in cold and hot temperatures for long periods of time
    • Must be able to read and write English
    • Able to work occasional overtime and weekends as needed

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