Mixing Associate

Job Title |

Mixer Department:

Mixing Reports to:

Mixing Supervisor FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW

The information provided below outlines the functions and capabilities required for this position. This role is expected to actively support Beaverton Foods, fellow employees, and customers in a positive and professional manner. The Mixer is responsible for preparing large-scale food product batches in accordance with production schedules, quality expectations, and food safety standards. This role expands on the Assistant Mixer responsibilities and requires strong attention to detail and ownership over recipe execution and product quality. This position, along with the others within its department, is respinsible for creating our wonderful products in accordance with company and

FDA, USDA, ODA

standards, safety regulations and quality control measures, in an effort to complete the scheduled production on a daily basis.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS MUST BE FULLY TRAINED IN AND FAMILIAR WITH THE ASSISTANT MIXING JOB DESCRIPTION

• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of GMPs and Allergen programs, HACCP, Food Safety, Food Defense, Quality Assurance, Hazard Communication, Hearing Conservation, Lock-Out/Tag-Out, Forklift & Aerial Lift programs, Sanitation, Gluten Free, QAI Organic, Kosher Programs, and all other relevant safety procedures that may come up during the job.

Participates in plant sanitation projects, mandatory training and overtime work if needed.

• Reviews the daily production schedule with the assigned Assistant Mixer and line operator. Ensures all parties are aligned on batch assignments and sequence.
• Understands Mustard Room recipes, has a base understanding of how to operate mustard tanks.
• Mixes product batches on a large scale, following written recipes and production specifications accurately.

The mixer is responsible for said batch and the assistant assigned to them. Ensures products are manufactured using Good Manufacturing Practices. o Monitors batch integrity and consistency during mixing, including texture, temperature, and visual cues o If a recipe contains outdated, unused, or incorrect information, the mixer must promptly notify their supervisor to initiate a QA review and update process. o Works closely with assigned assistant mixer to stage ingredients for efficient mixing operation. o follows lockout procedures and assembles mixing apparatus according to production schedule. This includes pumps and grinders, in order to carry out sanitation procedures. o Places ingredients according to written formulas in appropriate mixing apparatus. Operates mixing apparatus for particular formula in accordance with written specifications and quality assurance guidelines and safety o Tests the pH of each batch of product and records the results. Informs quality assurance if pH is out of specification.

• Responsible for notifying Quality Assurance Manager or Mixing supervisor of substandard raw ingredients or inconsistencies of products in process.
• Follow documented procedures for Lot Tracking and coordinate efforts with Inventory Control personnel.
• Cleans and disinfects mixing utensils, tools, buckets, bins, and general work areas. Completes required production paperwork.
• Notifies mixing supervisor when raw ingredients or supplies are low or missing.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

FOOD SAFETY STATEMENT

Beaverton Foods takes food safety seriously. Every employee involved in the production of our food products serves as the first line of defense in ensuring consumer safety. With this responsibility comes the expectation that all individuals involved in the creation of food products perform their duties with care, accuracy, and integrity. Each product that leaves our facility carries the Beaverton Foods name, representing our commitment to quality and safety. Accordingly, every individual who contributes to the production, processing, or approval of that product shares that responsibility. If a batch is later subject to a recall and it is determined that a failure in process, documentation, or compliance occurred, any Assistant, Mixer, Lead, or Supervisor who participated in or approved the batch may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination. QUALIFICATION, EDUCATION, or

EXPERIENCE NEEDED

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.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Six months experience in food processing or food handling preffered.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to perform these operations using units of American weight measurement and volume. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
• Able to read and write in english.

All Beaverton Foods recipes will be in English.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Food handlers card is not required but shows you understand how to work within a food environment.

Pay:

$16.30 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person