Mixing Lead Operator

Job Details

Job Location:

Greg St - Sparks, NV 89431 Position Type:
Full Time Education Level: Not Specified Salary Range: $20.00 - $23.00 Hourly Job Shift: Day

The mixing lead is responsible in assisting with all aspects of Elite Spice’s mixing operations, and that all products produced meet all quality, and safety requirements. The mixing lead will lead by example by following all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and all other elite spice policies and procedures. Work shift is 6am - 2:30pm, Monday through Friday.

• The Mixing Lead should be on the floor monitoring day to day operations and available for employees to ask questions, and report any problems or concerns to their supervisor
• Responsible for verifying tool bags are returned in full and tool monitoring logs are completed. If tools are missing/need to be replaced, the lead is responsible for reporting this to their supervisor
• Responsible for training new regular or temporary employees on Mixer SOPs and how to correctly fill out paperwork
• Check, verify, and sign pre-operational checks and logs. Report any discrepancies to supervisor
• Second check all batch cards along with formulated ingredients before product is staged onto platforms. Accurately read codes, lot numbers, unit weight, number of units, and check labels to ensure the labels are correct
• Ensure samples of products are taken to quality control for approval prior to packing
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment. Evaluate mixer room for overall cleanliness after wash, complete swab test, and cleaning log
• Assist with enforcing Good Manufacturing Practices, report to supervisor any problems or concerns with operators not following GMPs
• Assist with production based on department staffing and business needs, this includes working as an operator or fork lift driver
• Examine ingredients for foreign debris, and check finished product for consistency. Notify the supervisor of any inconsistencies, and foreign debris found in products

• Heavy machinery
• Brooms/brushes
• Scoops/shovels
• Compressed air
• Water
• Ingredients i.e. :) flour, sugar, oils
• Spices i.e. :) Raw chilies, pepper, basil,
• Scales
• Metal detectors
• Lock out tag out locks and keys
• Screens

• Occasionally lift up to 75 pounds not assisted
• Occasionally lift 75-120 pounds with assistance
• Occasionally carry up to 75 pounds not assisted
• Occasionally carry 75-120 pounds with assistance
• Occasionally bending/stooping
• Occasionally pushing/pulling
• Constantly twisting
• Constantly climbing
• Occasionally crouching
• Occasionally kneeling
• Occasionally reaching above the head
• Occasionally operate forklift
• Constant repetitive movement of hands and feet

• Constant exposure to dust: spices, and ingredients
• Constant exposure to extreme heat and extreme cold
• Constant exposure to vapors: spices, oils,
• Constant exposure to loud noises and vibrations
• Frequently exposed to heights

• Ability to lead day to day operations
• Ability to receive and provide instructions in a positive manner
• Possess Interpersonal skills, leadership skills, problem-solving skills, and time management skills
• Ability to work in a team setting and independently
• Show proficiency in all standard operating procedures for mixer position
• Maintain forklift license