Blending Operator I

Department: Production (Dry Blending)

Positions Supervised: None

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (min 40 hrs, weekend and evening work will be expected, as needed)

Reports to: Blending Supervisor

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

 The Blending Operator I performs and reports on operational related activities and utilized technical skills to perform routine work using standard operating procedures related to food grade bacteria culture production.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the major functions of this position and are not intended to be a detailed description of all the work/functions that may be required. Other duties may be assigned.

• Able to perform the physical tasks and complete necessary paperwork associated with the following operations without guidance/supervision:

• Blending and packaging.

• Loading and unloading freeze dryers.

• Weighing ingredients, bulks and excipients.

• Cleaning rooms and equipment so they are suitable for production.

• Assemble/disassemble mill.

• Operation of the metal detector.

• Perform all master sanitation tasks associated with the department.

• Properly fill out room logs.

• Make corrections on documentation, adhering to GDP.

• Follows operating discipline policies, principles, procedures, standards, and practices to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of assigned areas

• Monitor and using HMI for basic processes.

• Proactively identifies improvements and opportunities utilizing improvement processes, appropriate management of change processes, and communication tools

• Perform sanitation duties per established frequency and procedures

• Comply with plant safety rules and maintain work area in a clean and orderly condition

• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions .

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Knowledge and experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), preferred