Mix Operator - 1st Shift

About the role

Reporting to the Production Team Leader, you will support manufacturing operations by operating and monitoring mixing equipment to ensure product is produced safely, accurately, and on schedule at the Kent, Washington facility. Shift: 5:30 AM‑2:00 PM, Hourly Rate: $25.00 per hour. This role involves a physically demanding production environment, including repetitive handling and lifting of 50‑pound ingredient bags approximately every 15 to 30 minutes as part of normal operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate mixing equipment in accordance with production schedules and established procedures.
• Measure, stage, and add ingredients according to production formulas and work instructions.
• Monitor mixing processes and make adjustments within defined parameters to maintain product quality.
• Enter production, batch, and quality data into computer systems and complete required documentation accurately.
• Perform routine cleaning, sanitation, and basic preventive maintenance of mixing equipment.
• Follow all food safety, Good Manufacturing Practices, and personal protective equipment requirements.
• Communicate process issues, quality concerns, or equipment problems to the Production Team Leader.
• Work scheduled overtime and weekends as required to meet production demands.

Requirements

• Manufacturing or production experience in an industrial or food production environment.
• Experience following written instructions, recipes, or standard operating procedures.
• Comfort working in a fast‑paced, team‑based environment.
• Willingness to work onsite and adhere to established schedules, including overtime and weekends.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to be on your feet, walk around the facility, climb stairs/ladders or kneel for extended periods.
• Ability to perform consistent repetitive tasks.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, or carry materials.

Benefits

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance
• Wealth: Great pay, 401(k)/pension eligibility, financial wellness programs and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups and team collaboration
• Balance: Paid-time off and volunteer opportunities

Pay

Hourly Rate: $25.00 per hour.

Schedule

Shift: 5:30 AM‑2:00 PM, with scheduled overtime and weekends as required.