Mix Operator

GENERAL PURPOSE:
The Mix Operator will operate all mix plant processes in accordance with mix operating manuals. The Mix Operator will hold responsibility for pre-staging of raw materials, both majors and minors, in accordance with the needs of weekly production, and will perform all mixing and packaging, as required, while maintaining quality and efficiency of all production processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Operates Nauta and Ribbon mixers proficiently, ensuring exact amounts of all ingredients are accurately added.
- Performs and records all required quality control tests.
- Accurately completes all production reports.
- Ensures an exact preparation of all raw materials used in the mixing process.
- Produces I.P. mix based on production orders and packs as necessary in accordance with all packaging standards.
- Operates and maintains accurate and efficient performance on all mixing and packaging lines, ensuring that established standards are met.
- Ensures that all bags and skids are sealed, coded, and numbered correctly, immediately correcting any related problems.
- Ensures that all packed products meet quality standards and are stacked correctly.
- Ensures that all sanitation standards are maintained during mixing process and at the completion of each shift.
- Helps identify new ways to improve the efficiency and safety of the overall Mix Plant operation.
- Abides by all sanitary/hygiene rules governing the Mix Plant processes.
- Carries out all necessary sanitation and maintenance during the provided shut-down periods.
- Is aware of critical control points as they relate to product liability.
- Works responsibly throughout scheduled shifts.
- Responsible for compliance with Canada Labour Occupational Health and Safety requirements and company safety standards.
- Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) while performing job duties and tasks.
- Performs other tasks, including training, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalency.
- Aptitude for computerized control systems.
- Mechanical aptitude for diagnosing and solving problems.
- Good working relationship with Mix Plant team, management, and fellow employees.
- Self starter, with the ability to use initiative and work as part of a team.
- Licensed to operate forklifts and lift trucks.
- Available for shift work as required.

Pay: $23.53-$27.15 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person