Blending Supervisor

About Us

At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health.

Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all.

We do not use AI to screen applications. Applications and resumes of qualified applicants are reviewed by a real person because we value your time and believe each qualified applicant deserves thoughtful, human consideration. It’s an old‑fashioned approach—done with purpose.

Our people are the key ingredient to our success. We offer a collaborative, innovative environment where you can grow your career and make an impact on global food and health solutions.

We provide a
comprehensive and competitive total rewards package
, including:

• Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Medical, Dental, and Vision — Effective Day 1
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement
• Work Flexibility
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization
• Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Blending department. Plans, coordinates, controls, and reviews activities in the department to support production goals, maintain quality system, ensure safety of employees, and protection of the environment. Leads, motivates, and develops team members.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (This is a salaried-exempt position)

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, AND

EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• 4-year degree in related field, or 5+ years of production experience in food/feed manufacturing environment is required
• Supervisory experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• High degree of scientific and technical proficiency with a willingness to troubleshoot issues
• Excellent verbal and written communications and computer skills (Microsoft Office, SAP, etc.)
• Ability to transfer technical knowledge to practical applications
• Ability to lead and manage teams, maintaining a high level of morale and discipline
• Required flexibility of work schedule and ability to work overtime as needed (occasional call‑ins)

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Fast paced bio-chemical/chemical/dry blending manufacturing environment working both in office & plant settings. This position may perform activities in an environment containing hazardous elements and requiring safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines. Work must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other team members. All safety procedures, procedures described in SOPs, JHAs, and support of the ISO standards in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and strictly complied with.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to climb stairs and work on ladders
• Sitting, standing, walking, repetitive use of arms/legs, and eye/hand coordination for 6+ hours a day
• Occasional bending, reaching overhead, crouching, balancing, pushing or pulling
• Occasional lifting of 50 lbs. or less, infrequent need to lift up to 75 lbs.

Safety, Environmental, & Quality Compliance

• Promote and enforce safe work habits and policies
• Utilize experience to make sound decisions while not compromising safety, env. or quality standards
• Delegate and/or perform audits as required and follow-up on any findings until corrected
• Attend regularly scheduled training sessions to stay current on all compliance initiatives
• Assist in SEQ trainings as assigned

Operational Stability and Reliability

• Directs the day‑to‑day operations of the blending department
• Provides for the efficient processing of completed…