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Blender - All Shift

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Maker's Pride Talent Acquisition Team

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Lakeville, Minnesota

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Blender is responsible for accurately weighing, blending, and labeling products according to customer specifications. They must also maintain equipment, manage inventory data, and ensure a clean and efficient work environment.

Qualifications

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and prefers one or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally within the food industry. Key skills include attention to detail, basic math and computer skills, and the ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team to ensure process efficiency.

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

Starting Pay: $20.40/hr., a shift differential is offered for 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the 90th day of employment.

This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed.  Base pay information is based on market location. 

Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Maker's Pride Talent Acquisition Team

Manufacturing the world’s most iconic foods. Hearthside Foods is one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry and a preferred employer. With over 25 locations across North America, Hearthside’s employees make delicious foods millions of people enjoy daily. Yet, most people have never heard of our company. Hearthside is a contract manufacturer serving many of the world’s finest brands. Growing from four locations in 2009, our customers are category-leading food companies and global consumer brands across categories that include snacks, baked goods, nutrition, fresh foods, frozen entrees, and more. The secret to our growth and success? Without a doubt, our people. Our dynamic environment is always changing – yet is laser-focused on customer satisfaction, innovation, sustainability, and efficiency. Beginning with respect for the individual, we empower our people and teams to continually create new value for customers, find better ways, and always be learning. Our continual growth and evolution require us to promote from within constantly. Our strong company culture rewards performance, and our people are here to build a career. If you are considering a career in the food manufacturing industry, Hearthside wants to talk to you. Contact us today. We look forward to hearing from you.
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