This position is responsible for the addition of raw materials to a blender to produce a quality finished product. Responsibilities • Drive a forklift to bring materials back and forth from the blender area. • Verify and assure accurate counts of raw materials needed to produce a blended product. • Addition of raw materials to the blender following the manufacturing sequence on the formula. • Discharging blended product from the blender using the prescribed screen size. • Sampling of blended product. • Packaging of product in the prescribed package weight. • Filling out of daily production report to document production, quality, and performance. • Cleaning and sanitizing of the blender, sifter, and all support equipment. • Sanitation of work station and surrounding areas. • Disposal of trash and garbage dumpsters. • Adherence to all department procedures and GMP's. • Ability to maintain all performance standards. Skills and Requirements • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred • Manufacturing experience preferred • Ability to: • Read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos • Write simple correspondence. • Communicate with individuals and small groups • Read, write and speak English. • Mathematical Skills to include the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. • Must be able to complete Annual Operator Training Physical Demands /Work Environment • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and talk and hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 80 pounds. Must have ability to work and climb up to 60ft. above ground. • Employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions. The noise level is moderate. Hearing protection is required in designated areas. • The employee is required to wear a respirator after a Doctor’s approval and successfully passing the fit and pulmonary test. Salary range: $17.00 - $25.00 The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled.