Dry Blend Operator

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestle USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.

Joining Nestle means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

The function of this position is:
To dump bagged ingredients and/or product which are used in the instant feed room and dry blend operation.

• Lift Truck qualified.
• Secure totes, skids and supersacks of ingredients from warehouse.
• Return unused ingredients to warehouse.
• Remove trash from area and deposit in either trash compactor, cardboard compactor or recycle bin. Neatly restack super sacks for recycling.
• Transfer powder from super sacks to totes as needed.
• Sample, inventory, sort and align ingredient inventory as needed.
• Maintain records of ingredients used. Insure that these ingredients are correct and properly cleaned before use. Take any routine samples of product or any other special samples needed.
• Visually inspect ingredient containers for contamination and report all items found.
• Be proficient and knowledgeable in SAP and Formula management control. Use SAP to maintain accurate inventory and consumption of ingredients by item and location. Use Formula management control to obtain batch card detailing recipe for items to be dry blended.
• Clean/vacuum/wash blenders on changeovers to specific SSOP's.
• Dump all bagged, boxes or barrelled ingredients into blender according to batch card instructions.
• Assisting with building cleaning in the work areas and weekend clean up.
• Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Materials:
  Must prevent the contamination of the ingredients and/or product dumped by following dumping procedures and hygiene practices. Must visually inspect the product and bags to ensure visual quality.
• Equipment:
  Maintain the work area and equipment in a safe and orderly condition. Wear proper head protection, head covering, and hearing protection.
• Safety:
  Employee shall follow Waverly safety objectives & targets, follow the plant safety rules, report incidents & unsafe conditions immediately, maintain compliance with regulations, and refer to the Safety Management System on all safety related procedures and programs.
• Environmental:
  This position will adhere to the Nestle USA Waverly Environmental Policy, the Pollution Prevention Plan, and the Annual Environmental Objectives & Targets. The position will support the continual improvement of energy conservation, solid waste minimization and management, and prevention of pollution within the scope of the position and throughout the plant.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Must have basic proficiency of English language to comply with verbal and written directions, signs, policies and procedures.
• Willing and able to stand on a frequent basis.
• Willing and able to work overtime.
• Willing and able to work various shifts.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

This is a 3rd shift position: 12 am-8 am with rotating mandatory overtime at the beginning or end of shift.

Pay $28.25/hr.

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

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