Blending Operator AM Shift

Blending Operator

Join our dynamic food production team as a Blending Operator in Orangeville, IL. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the manufacturing of quality food products, with hands-on involvement in blending, batching, and supporting production operations.

Blending Operator Responsibilities:

• Kit and stage batches, weigh ingredients, and dump/blend batches according to SOPs
• Operate manual pallet jacks and obtain forklift certification if applicable
• Conduct sanitation activities, including Clean in Place (CIP), and ensure compliance with safety and housekeeping standards
• Complete and verify all required documentation daily
• Participate in equipment setup and assembly, and assist with chemical handling and labeling to packaging standards
• Cross-train across work centers for operational flexibility
• Work in wet, dusty, and elevated environments, and handle allergens responsibly
• Adhere to all safety policies, report unsafe conditions or injuries immediately, and follow all mandated safety training
• Support sanitation, production support, and other duties as needed

Requirements for Blending Operator:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly and stand for long periods
• Good math, problem-solving, and deductive reasoning skills
• Experience in food production is preferred but not mandatory
• Capable of data entry and reading SOPs
• Willingness to work on-site with mandatory PPE including ear plugs and safety glasses; flexibility to work in varying temperatures and environments

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!