Mix Blend Operator

Join the sweetest team in town!

Mayfield is looking for a dynamic individuals to join our team as a Blend Operator in the Mix Processing department. This position will learn all positions in the Processing department including mix preparation, cleaning and CIP, flavoring, receiving and running and maintaining the pasteurization equipment within our production environment. The Mix Processing Operator closely monitors the dairy production process and follows Standard Operating Procedures for mixing, cleaning, receiving, flavoring, batching and processing products.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review instructions on Master Batch Records to ensure accuracy

• Relocate ingredients to proper work area

• Review production schedule to validate product runs

• Review all quality, food safety and product specifications

• Monitor blending equipment according to the specifications of components and blend amounts

• Control valves, pumps, speed, and temperatures in accordance with industry standards for blending

• Adhere to established testing procedures and provide required samples to the laboratory

• Assemble and disassemble equipment for proper cleaning/sanitizing and operating per manufacturer instructions

• Observe and test system operation, using gauges and instruments

• Engage in dismantling, assembling, and installing refrigeration equipment

• Maintain communication with other departments, supervisor, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production

• Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's

• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes

• Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately

• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

SCHEDULE:

• This position will train on all three shifts while in training to to learn all positions within the team and may act as a relief operator, which may include working on other shifts as needed.

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits (after 60-day probationary period)
• 401(k) with company contribution and match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career growth opportunities - we promote from within!
• Service recognition and employee rewards
• Employee referral program
• Uniforms provided
• Work for dairy farm families
• ICE CREAM!