Premix Operator

Location: Elgin, IL. 60123
Shift Hours: 7 a. m. – 3:30 p. m.
Shift Days: Monday – Friday
Pay Rate: $18 per hour
Job Type: Temp-Hire

Job Requirements / Job Description:

  • Ingredient Handling
  • Blending Operator
  • Quality Control
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Documentation
  • Safety Compliance
  • Collaboration

The premix key tasks and responsibilities will include:

  • Associate must be able to lift up to 30Ibs
  • Associate must wear closed-toe shoes
  • Eye protection will be provided
  • Associate must wear weather-appropriate work attire

Skills/Experience Required

  • Inspecting the equipment in the field to ensure that it is working properly according to specified operating parameters (leaks, pressure, levels etc.) in the context of the production process.
  • Following the sequence of production as dictated by the production schedule.
  • Carrying out Front-line-maintenance and assist maintenance personnel on maintenance tasks.
  • To carry out packing tasks so that the products produced are packed and loaded to the prescribed standards with respect to quantity and quality.
  • Visual process observations in the field and reporting the findings to the supervisor/fitter.
  • Solving non-routine problems in consultation with the supervisor/fitter
  • Adjusting equipment where directed by the supervisor/fitter.
  • Cleaning process equipment and plant as required and preparing/charging raw materials for the entire process.
  • Identifying opportunities for improvement in preventative maintenance based on observation of plant operation and condition of equipment, installation, and infrastructure.
  • Preparation and isolation of equipment for maintenance.
  • Carrying out work in the dispensary, Label room, control room

PPE: GMP and HACCP
Lifting Requirement: 25 – 50 Lbs.
Language Requirement: Spanish is required but bi-lingual is a plus

Premix Operator