Mixer Operator

Job Description

 

Team Member - Mixer Operator

 

Summary: 

 

Reporting to the Team Leader and/or Line Leader, the The Mixer/Scaler is responsible for accurately mixing and scaling ingredients to produce batches that consistently meet quality standards and production requirements in a timely and efficient manner. You will support your Team Leader by demonstrating and practicing teamwork every day and respecting all your fellow Team Members.   

 

Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Weigh and measure ingredients per the batch sheet specifications using appropriate equipment, including manual scales or automated scaling systems. 
• Ensure all ingredients comply with established quality standards before use and report any inventory shortages or discrepancies to the leaders. 
• Operate industrial mixers to blend ingredients into doughs or batters, strictly following specified mixing recipes to ensure consistent product quality. 
• Capable of operating the OFS/San-Casciano system for fully automated mixing processes. 
• Check texture, consistency, pH and temperature of mixed products to ensure they meet quality standards. 
• Uses a variety of tools (scales, thermometers, knives, etc.)  in a safe and efficient manner 
• Responsible for adhering to the mixing schedule and communicating any delays to leadership in a timely manner, along with valid reasons. 
• Report any safety, quality, food safety or any equipment malfunctions or issues to the production leaders. 
• Help investigate and resolve batch inconsistencies or quality issues. 
• Maintain accurate, real-time records of mixing activities, including ingredients used, critical processing parameters, and any deviations from standard procedures. 
• Proficient in using RF guns to perform all inventory-related transactions, ensuring compliance with SAP/OMS procedures and protocols 
• Participates in cleaning up responsibilities (must maintain a clean working environment by cleaning the floors and disposing of waste throughout the mixing area).  
• Ensure proper segregation and disposal of food, plastic, and paper waste to support environmental sustainability and compliance with waste management policies.  
• Follows all GMP’s, Food Safety and Health and Safety Procedures as outlined by FGF Brands. 
• Perform return-to-stock activities and return all packaging materials upon completion of production runs and after each changeover. 
• Prevent contamination by practicing proper hygiene and allergen control. 
• Able to perform all the general team member tasks in the plant or any other duties as assigned. 

 

Required Experience and Skills 

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment (food/bakery experience is desirable)  
• Internal candidates must have worked at FGF as a General TM in Production/Sanitation for a minimum of 6 months 
• External candidates must have worked as a Mixer for a minimum of 1 year 
• Accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to detect the presence of a quality issue  
• Good communication skills, along with simple mathematical abilities   
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision   
• Ability to operate manual pump truck /electric walkie in safe and efficient manner and perform daily inspection. 
• Physically capable of performing the demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 lb.   
• Ability to move from one task to another with minimal distraction  
• Comfortable working in cold, warm, or humid environments, and flexible to work days, afternoons, nights, and weekends as needed. 

Job Family

Production

Job Level

C-MFG