Dry Blender Operator

Carrollton, TX

Full Time

Entry Level

After driving creativity and taste in the food service industry for almost 100 years, we know that it’s all about the people. We are committed to doing great work and, at the same time, being a great place to work. Do you want to work where you can grow and thrive? Then, work at a company dedicated to embracing diversity, making merit-based employment decisions, and treating others with respect. We don’t see ILLES Foods as “just a job.” We see it as a positive, inclusive, and safe environment where we are all valued and heard.

Join us to enjoy 120 hours of PTO a year, 10 Holidays for 2025, leadership development opportunities, health benefits, a matching 401K, and company-wide PROFIT SHARING! We provide you with a locker, locker room, gym, and laundry, and we also meet all your PPE needs, including safety shoes and glasses. This position is currently Monday - Friday, 6 a.m. - 4 p.m., or as production demands.

POSITION: Dry Production Blender Operator

DEPARTMENT: Dry Production

REPORTS TO: Dry Production Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY The Production Blender Operator is responsible for operating all equipment used to produce finished goods by process and quality standards to meet the production schedules assigned. They will perform production activities and operate production equipment in accordance with BRC requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), all Illes SOPs, Quality standards, and time sequences. Partners conduct themselves in a manner aligned with Illes Foods' Core Values: Operate with Integrity, Stay Intentionally Curious, and Believe in the Power of the Partnership.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
 Check raw materials, containers, and label information against the batch sheet for RM number, weight/quantity, and lot #. Notify the team leader or supervisor of any discrepancies.
 Add materials in sequence per batch instruction. Dump or pour specified amounts of materials into machinery or equipment.
 Train and acquire skills to work on small blenders while filling at a standard rate for each scheduled batch.
 Observe production or monitor equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
 Examine materials, ingredients, or products visually or with hands to ensure conformance to established standards.
 Report equipment malfunctions to team leaders, supervisors or maintenance staff
 Examine and inspect containers, materials, and products to ensure that packing specifications are met.
 Stack finished containers on pallets per specifications.
 Train and acquire skills in using RiteTime software to punch in, make, and fill times accurately on the batch sheet.
 Train and acquire skills to use ROSS software to enter inputs and outputs for each batch accurately.
 Clean and maintain equipment using hand tools by health and safety standards.
 Check screens and magnets after filling in and documenting information on the batch sheet.
 Mark and label containers, container tags, or products using marking tools.
 Move raw materials to production tanks and move finished goods to the warehouse.
 Safely operate production processing, packaging, and powered industrial equipment.
 Maintain appropriate and professional written and verbal communication.
 Ensure that food safety, legality, integrity, and quality standards are always maintained.
 Perform other tasks as assigned by Management.
 Regular attendance is a requirement of this position for scheduled shifts.

EDUCATION:
High School or Equivalent or the ability to obtain the same within the specified time.

EXPERIENCE:
Product blending is preferred. Food Industry experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
 Ability to crouch and bend
 Ability to handle 55-gallon drums after training
 Ability to lift 100# with assistance
 Ability to lift 50# continuously
 Ability to stand continuously
 Ability to tilt over and pour out up to 500# with assistance
 Bend, stoop, climb, reach above shoulders, crouch, push and pull frequently
 Use feet, hands, wrists, arms, and shoulders constantly.
 Work while standing on a 7-step ladder with rails.
 Temperature variation of 55 to 110 degrees

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental Insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Dental Insurance
Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Thursday, Monday to Friday
Overtime

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