Blending Operator, 1st shift

About the role

Your role will provide you the responsibility for your area of blending – ensuring smooth running and troubleshooting problems. The role is about more than just efficiency - Our commitment to innovation runs through the whole business. So, we will look to you to spot and take every opportunity to improve safety, quality, and performance while following strict adherence to HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points), Food Safety, and Food Defense are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Operate blending equipment including shut down/start up procedures, troubleshoot equipment problems
• Certified to operate a forklift
• Follow blending instructions and sampling plans as requested
• Follow all Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and guidelines to ensure accurate information
• Have general knowledge of ingredients being used
• Complete equipment and environment cleaning requirements
• Disassemble, clean and reassemble equipment to meet company, customer, and regulatory inspections
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and guidelines to maintain a clean & sanitary workplace
• Complete additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership

Requirements

• Physical ability to complete job duties,
• Ability to stand for long periods (8-12) hours
• Lift, push or pull 100 lbs
• Working in varying temperature environments
• Ability to bend, twist and complete repetitive motions
• Ability to follow directions accurately
• Attention to detail and organization skills
• An aptitude for understanding and adhering to detailed manufacturing processes and safety protocols.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Time management skills
• A detail-oriented and reliable approach, with the drive to take the initiative and achieve high-quality results.
• Work collaboratively with a team
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training or cross training
• Ability to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed

Qualifications

• A background in manufacturing or production would be beneficial, but a strong desire to learn is also highly valued.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.

Pay

US salary ranges: USD $23.50 / Hourly