Mixer Lead Ourvita - 3.4 Plymouth, MN Job Details Full-time 2 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Gym membership Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Team supervision Machine troubleshooting Lift truck Managing production or assembly teams Good documentation practices (GDP) Incident Escalation Shop math Manufacturing standard operating procedures Leading team collaboration initiatives Equipment malfunction response Safety standard operating procedures Escalation handling Standard operating procedures (SOPs) Material handling equipment operation Mechanical troubleshooting Production troubleshooting Full Job Description Ourvita is a global contract manufacturer specializing in nutritional, cosmetic, and healthcare products. With nearly 3,000 dedicated colleagues worldwide, over 690 years of combined expertise and a strong focus on R D and innovation, we partner with leading brands to deliver science-based, sustainable solutions that enhance well-being and bring innovative products to market. Our vision is for high-quality health and beauty products to be available when and where people need them, transforming lives and advancing healthcare worldwide through our commitment to development, distribution and building a network of global partners. We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Mixer Lead to join our team and contribute to this mission. The Mixer Lead is responsible for leading and supporting daily mixing and blending operations in a GMP manufacturing environment. This role combines hands-on mixing responsibilities with on-the-floor leadership, ensuring batch records are executed accurately, safety and quality standards are met, and mixing operations run efficiently. The Mixer Lead serves as a technical and process resource to the mixing team and provides feedback to supervision to support continuous improvement and team capability building.

Your responsibilities will include:

Mixing & Operational Execution Weigh, pre-weigh, and blend ingredients in accordance with batch record instructions. Properly operate all mixers, blenders, scales, and associated accessories. Verify staged materials are correct prior to use; ensure all materials are accurately labeled. Accurately complete all batch records, logbooks, and required GMP documentation. Move drums and totes of finished product to designated locations using appropriate equipment. Observe product quality and machine operation; detect defects or equipment malfunctions and escalate issues as needed. Resolve minor mixing process issues and escalate downtime or equipment concerns promptly. Perform daily checks of walk-behind lifts and related equipment. Leadership & Team Support Lead and engage the mixing team, ensuring standard work and GMP practices are followed. Provide daily guidance, coaching, and informal mentoring to mixers. Support training of new and existing mixers; reinforce proper techniques and procedures. Serve as a point of contact between mixers, line leads, supervisors, and other departments. Provide feedback to supervision regarding mixing performance, training needs, and process adherence. Safety, Quality & Continuous Improvement Ensure compliance with all safety policies, GMPs, SOPs, and lockout/tagout procedures. Stop unsafe acts, correct or report hazards, and promote a strong safety culture. Maintain cleanliness of equipment and work areas in accordance with 5S standards. Support process validation and continuous improvement activities as assigned. Report daily performance metrics and observations (e.g., Safety, Quality, OEE, Root Cause).

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.

Safety Protocol:

Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures. Correct or report any observed safety hazards. Support safety policies and programs. This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as deemed necessary from time to time.

Qualifications:

Education / Experience /

Certifications:

High school diploma or GED preferred. Minimum of 1 year of related manufacturing or mixing experience; 1-3 years preferred. Experience in GMP environments such as food, pharmaceutical, nutritional supplement, or dry product manufacturing preferred. Ability to be certified forklift. Prior experience operating mixing or related manufacturing equipment strongly preferred. Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

Skills Required:

Strong knowledge of safety, GMP, and standard operating procedures. Attention to detail with strong documentation accuracy. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to lead by example and work collaboratively across departments. Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. Ability to apply basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division). Ability to foresee and prevent problems and escalate appropriately. Time management and ability to meet production deadlines. At Ourvita, we are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and engaging work environment that fosters growth and development. We offer competitive market pay, quarterly bonus, and a benefits package including: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Basic Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) benefits at no cost to employees Retirement Plan 401(k) match Holiday pay and Paid Time Off (PTO) Opportunities for advancement Fitness discounts Tuition Reimbursement If you are a motivated and skilled Mixer Lead with a passion for excellence, we encourage you to apply today and join our dynamic team at Ourvita.