Production Blending Operator I

COMPANY INFORMATION

Probi is a global company focused exclusively on researching, manufacturing, and delivering probiotics for supplements and functional food. We are experts at managing stable, live bacteria from R&D through every stage of the manufacturing process and are dedicated to making the health-enhancing benefits of probiotics available to people everywhere. Our health concepts, formulations, and formats are supported by robust clinical documentation. Since our founding in 1991 at Sweden's Lund University, Probi has expanded its operations to more than 40 markets. We hold more than 400 patents globally.

Full time position: Schedule Monday - Thursday 5:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Friday as needed)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Blending Operator I is responsible for setting up blending equipment and all activities related to the blending of product as per formula instructions. Support, build, and promote a positive and collaborative culture across all teams.

KEY JOB DUTIES

• Able to operate all V-blenders.
• Able to perform weighing operations.
• Able to perform loading operations.
• Able to perform a daily preventive maintenance on the production equipment.
• Monitor and troubleshoot machines and make minor adjustments on all machinery and equipment.
• Maintain paperwork in a neat and accurate manner.
• Able to lift 30 pounds repeatedly, 50 pounds frequently and 75 + pounds with assistance, on a daily basis.
• Ability to lift, twist, crawl, reach, grab, bend, stoop, climb, or perform similar activities as needed and stand for long periods.
• Able to understand milligram, gram, and kilo scales.
• Able to perform basic math calculations utilizing a calculator.
• Interface with Production Manager, Supervisor, and Production Leads on a daily basis.
• Clean machinery and equipment in a safe manner.
• Able to train other production operators on safe and proper manner.
• Utilize Redzone for communications, issues and create ideas/issues.
• Run Redzone huddles.
• Suggest ways to improve productivity and efficiencies.
  

COMPANY REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to read, write, and converse in the English language.
• Must be able to pass background check and drug screen.
• Must be able to work in a variety of conditions: noise, dust, heavy lifting, repetitive motion, standing for long periods of time.
• Must be able to recognize audible hazards.
• Perform other projects / duties as assigned.
• Maintain good attendance.
• Follow GMP, PPE, and company safety policies in performance of job duties.

WORK EXPERIENCE AND EDUACTION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED.
  
• One or more years' experience

SOME OF OUR US BENEFITS

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage after 30 days (and first day of the following month) with 85% being paid by employer. Three (3) plans to choose from.
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance at no cost to employee.
• PTO (Paid Time Off) accrues on hire with up to 4 weeks (20 days) for new hire and increases the longer you are with the company.
• Participation in the company 401(K) and Roth plan after 6 months of employment with up to 4% employer match.
• Nine (9) paid holidays.
• 17 hours per calendar year, to go out and volunteer in your community!
• Yearly Safety shoe vouchers.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Monthly birthday and anniversary celebrations.
• Team-building events throughout the year including summer and winter celebrations.
• Free parking and free coffee!
  

As part of our interview process, we have partnered with Alva Labs to help us place the right people in the right role as we believe in the use of science-based and fair assessment methods. Therefore, as part of our recruitment process, theAlva Labsassessments will help us increase our hiring success by identifying the candidates that are most likely to thrive and be successful in the role.Please be on the lookout for an email from Alva Labs with the link to take our online psychometric assessment. The psychometric assessments will help determine if a candidate has the right Logic traits and Personality Traits for the position. Please complete the assessment to be considered further in our hiring process.

Probi USA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other protected factor.

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