Liquids Mixer

Job Type

Full-time

Description

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The Garmon Corporation (a member of the Swedencare family) is an industry leader in the development and manufacturing of natural pet products and supplements and has been in business for 30 years. We are seeking experienced production workers with a strong teamwork mindset to help take our growing company to the next level. We especially love team members who have a shared passion for animals.

JOB SUMMARY

The Liquids Mixer is responsible for accurately measuring, blending, and mixing raw ingredients according to specified formulations and batch sheets. This role ensures product consistency and quality while adhering to safety and cleanliness standards within the manufacturing facility.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

• Read and accurately follow specified formulation and compounding from batch sheets, including locating, pulling, staging and weighing raw materials
• Operate mixing equipment, including adding and discharging raw materials from blender/tanks
• Monitor filling process to ensure product does not overfill totes, hoppers, or tanks
• Clean equipment, buckets, totes, machinery, and work areas as assigned
• As required, work on production lines to meet production goals and ensure a smooth workflow
• Train other Mixers

Requirements

SKILLS & ABILITIES/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to lift and/or retrieve items up to 50 pounds without assistance, 50 - 100 pounds with assistance, and 100+ pounds with mechanical assistance
• Ability to push/pull up to 300lbs on wheels, with or without assistance
• Basic math skills using a calculator
• Ability to remain alert and focused
• Ability to walk and/or stand for 6+ hours per day
• Repetitive hand-wrist, elbow and shoulder motion for duration of shift
• Recurring climbing and descending of stairs or step ladders (work for this position may be performed at an elevated station)
• Additional physical activities include bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, pushing, pulling, twisting, reaching, and performing work in awkward positions
• A variety of natural ingredients and chemicals are used while manufacturing products. Some of these products, regardless of their state of being (undiluted, diluted, mixed, etc.) may cause injury and/or illness if not treated properly or for those with specific allergies
• Inclement indoor/outdoor extremes of cold, heat, dust, wind and various forms of precipitation

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Experience working in manufacturing environment, specifically compounding
• Knowledge of CGMP's

WORKING HOURS: Monday - Friday, 5:00am - 1:30pm (occasional overtime)

BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Supplemental Insurance, Pet Insurance, 401k with employer match, Paid Time Off (Holiday, Sick, Vacation), Discount on company products

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary Description

$20 - $21 per hour

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