Job Description:

The Blender position will have the overall responsibility ensuring the proper products are accurately weighed, blended, and labeled according to the customer's specifications. This position has no supervisory authority.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary duties and responsibilities of the Blender consist of but are not limited to:

• Comprehend Blend Sheets and precisely weigh product according to batch specification
• Perform routine cleaning on blending equipment and containers
• Transport bulk product by operating pallet jack
• Perform visual quality check to ensure bulk product is not defective or damaged.
• Input data into the inventory control system computer program
• Read and record product codes
• Create proper product tags using inventory control system
• Report any issue to Support Lead
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Willingness to work as a team member and help out where needed to ensure maximum process efficiency.
• Focus on detail of product
• Willingness to work overtime when asked.
• Maintain a positive and productive relationship with co-workers and others with whom the position may have contact.
• Perform all other duties deemed necessary, or required by the Support Lead.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Preferred - One or more years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Preferred - Food industry experienced

SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Attention to detail
• Understand verbal and written instructions
• Basic Math skills, Addition & Subtraction
• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiar with basic hand tools
• Forklift experience preferred
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work well with a wide variety of people
• Basic computer skills

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Hearth Side Food Solution's number one priority is keeping our employees and visitors safe. Therefore all employees are required to:

• Follow all current and future safety policies, at all times
• Participate in all safety training and pass written exams
• Wear safety glasses, hair net, ear protection and smock at all times while in the production/warehouse area of the plant
• Report all accident/incidents immediately to the proper person
• Provide post-accident drug screen

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

In terms of an 8 hour workday, "Occasionally" equals 1% to 33%; "Frequently" equals 34% to 66%, and "Continuously" equals 67% to 100% of the time. In an 8 hour workday the job holder should be able to:

• Continuously stand and walk.
• Frequently bend/stoop, squat, twist, push/pull, kneel and crouch.
• Occasionally climb to a height of approximately 10ft.
• Frequently reach above shoulder level.
• Frequently carry/lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Frequently use hands for the repetitive actions of simple and firm grasping and fine manipulation.
• Frequently use his/her head and neck in flexing and rotating.
• Continuously be around moving machinery.

Frequently be in dusty conditions and exposed to cleaning solvents, lubricants and chemical

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Downers Grove, IL we are a world-class contract manufacturer producing wholesome baked goods, snacks and packaged foods for many of the world's leading food companies. As one of the largest and fastest growing food co-manufacturing companies in the US, we are the proud owner and operator of over 25 facilities globally. Our nearly 10,000 employee-strong organization is leading the way and setting new standards for quality, safety, flexibility and efficiency while feeding families around the globe.

Hearthside's exceptional growth stems from its ability to address real-world problems for customers of all shapes and sizes, and by our resolute commitment to our belief that there are no great companies without great culture. Our culture of personal empowerment enables growth, learning, and continuous improvement every day!
We are steadfast in our ambition to be the indispensable and most trusted partner to our customers and need your help to do it! Join Hearthside and enjoy a competitive package, outstanding benefits and a diverse work environment.
Hearthside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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