Production Blender Operator A

ILLES Foods Job Description

Job Title: Production Blender Operator A

Reports To: Dry Production Manager

FLSA: Permanent, Full Time, Non-Exempt
Hours: Monday-Friday 6am-3pm/ Monday-Thursday 6am-5pm (Depending on production demands)

About Us:
Specializing in custom-crafted culinary solutions—from beverage bases and sauces to marinades and seasonings—ILLES Foods has partnered with food service chains, manufacturers, and retailers across the U.S. since 1927. Our Food Innovation expertise, creativity, and speed to market, combined with a laser focus on customer experience, make us a key partner in product development. As a family-owned, woman-run business, our growth is fueled by deeply held values: operating with integrity, maintaining intentional curiosity, and strong relationship building through the power of partnership.

At ILLES Foods, we strive to be the ingredient that elevates food and enriches the lives of our partners, internal and external.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate is responsible for operating all equipment used in the production of finished goods in accordance with process and quality standards to meet production schedules assigned. They will perform production activities and operate production equipment in accordance with BRC requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), as well as all Illes SOP’s, Quality standards and time sequences. Partner conducts themselves in a manner that is aligned with Illes Foods Core Values:
Operate with Integrity, Stay Intentionally Curious, and Believe in the Power of the Partnership.

Key

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Verify raw materials, containers, and labels against batch sheets; report discrepancies.

• Add materials in correct sequence per batch instructions; operate small blenders.

• Monitor equipment and production processes to ensure safe, efficient operation.

• Inspect materials and finished products for quality and packaging compliance.

• Stack, label, and move finished goods; operate powered industrial and packaging equipment.

• Use Rite Time and ROSS software to accurately document production data.

• Clean and maintain equipment following health and safety standards.

• Check screens and magnets after filling; document results on batch sheet.

• Communicate professionally with team members and supervisors.

• Adhere to food safety, quality, and company policy standards at all times.

• Support training and perform additional duties as assigned by management.

• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance for scheduled shifts.

Required Key Skills and

Qualifications:

• Time Management & Reliability:
  Meets production schedules; maintains consistent attendance

• Safety & Compliance:
  Follows GMP, BRC, and safety procedures; maintains clean work areas

• Communication (Verbal/Written):
  Communicates issues clearly with supervisors and team

• Customer Service (Active Listening):
  Listens to instructions and feedback; follows batch directions accurately

• Inventory Management:
  Verifies materials, labels, and batch components accurately

• Flexibility & Adaptability:
  Adjusts to schedule changes, new tasks, and cross-training

• Digital Literacy:
  Accurately documents production data in ROSS and Rite Time

• Problem-Solving (Critical Thinking):
  Identifies and resolves basic equipment or process issues

• Team Coordination:
  Works collaboratively; aligns actions with production flow

• Conflict Resolution:
  Addresses minor issues professionally; escalates when needed

Experience. Education &

Certifications:


Product blending preferred. Food industry experience. High School or Equivalent or the ability to obtain same within specified time.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

• Lifting:
  Ability to continuously lift weights ranging from up to 50 lbs. vertically from various heights.

• Carrying:
  Ability to carry up to 55 lbs.…