Spice Blending & Formulation Technician

Job Summary

The Spice Blending & Formulation Technician is responsible for accurately weighing, staging, blending, and packaging raw materials used in custom spice production. This role ensures all products are manufactured according to batch cards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP requirements, and customer specifications. The technician operates blending and packaging equipment, performs quality checks, maintains accurate documentation, and supports a safe, clean, and efficient production environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Accurately weigh, measure, stage, and verify raw materials according to batch cards and production schedules.
• Load and dump ingredients into industrial mixers following established procedures and operator instructions.
• Operate blending, mixing, and packaging equipment safely and efficiently.
• Package finished products into bags, boxes, drums, or super sacks according to required weights and specifications.
• Monitor products throughout the blending process to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with customer requirements.
• Perform quality inspections, including visual checks, labeling verification, and documentation review.
• Follow all SOPs, GMP guidelines, HACCP requirements, and company safety procedures.
• Complete batch records and production documentation accurately and in real time.
• Identify and report batch discrepancies, deviations, safety concerns, or equipment issues immediately.
• Clean, sanitize, and maintain blending equipment, tools, and work areas to food safety standards.
• Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to transport ingredients and finished products.
• Support team members in achieving daily production goals and maintaining operational efficiency.
• Participate in required training programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with onboarding and training new team members as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

90-Day Expectations

• Independently complete batch formulations and production runs with minimal supervision.
• Accurately follow batch cards and production schedules while maintaining quality standards.
• Demonstrate consistent compliance with GMP, HACCP, and safety requirements.
• Maintain high documentation accuracy with minimal errors or deviations.
• Troubleshoot common process and material flow issues.
• Improve batch efficiency while maintaining product quality and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready workstation.
• Become a dependable team member who contributes to timely batch completion and production success.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous material handling experience.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic math skills, including weights, measurements, and unit conversions.
• Ability to read and follow batch cards, SOPs, work instructions, and safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred

• 1-3 years of food manufacturing, formulation, blending, or production experience.
• Forklift certification (Sit-Down, Stand-Up, and/or Cherry Picker).
• Experience working in GMP, HACCP, or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience operating mixers, scales, mills, packaging, or other production equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally push, pull, lift, or carry materials weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the entire shift.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and repetitive hand movements.
• Ability to extend arms overhead and at shoulder height.
• Ability to hold, grasp, and manipulate tools and equipment.
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders and platforms and work at heights of six feet or more.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced food production environment with production goals and deadlines.
• Exposure to noise, dust, spices, allergens, and strong odors.
• Ability to work in hot and cold temperatures for extended periods.
• Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required.
• Required use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including masks, gloves, goggles, hearing protection, and other safety equipment as needed.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Overtime and weekend work may be required based on production demands.

Pay

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.