Mixer 3:30am-2pm

About the role

Butterball Farms, Inc. is a world-class food manufacturer on a mission to enrich lives, recognized as a West Michigan and National Best and Brightest Company to work for. With over 60 years in the industry, Butterball Farms, Inc. works to enrich the lives of customers, employees, and communities by imagining butter differently. Known for innovation, reliability, responsiveness, and a value-add approach, the company is financially sound, rapidly growing, and poised for continued success.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operational inspections and safely start up mixing equipment using HMI controls.
• Verify recipes, batch cards, ingredient lot codes, expiration dates, and required documentation before production.
• Accurately weigh, scan, and prepare ingredients according to approved formulas.
• Safely operate kettles, grinders, whippers, Thermolators, and other assigned mixing equipment.
• Monitor and adjust product consistency, temperature, whip percentage, and batch quality throughout production.
• Inspect batches to ensure quality standards are met and report any process deviations.
• Safely operate material handling equipment, including electric pallet jacks and freight elevators.
• Complete required production records, Redzone checks, and inventory transactions using Sage and other systems.
• Perform basic equipment troubleshooting and communicate maintenance, safety, or quality concerns to supervision.
• Follow all food safety, GMP, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and production-ready work area.
• Support other production areas and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Follow all Butterball Farms Inc. safety policies, procedures, and expectations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe work environment.
• Demonstrate integrity, accountability, and teamwork in daily interactions.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Communicate openly and honestly to support effective teamwork.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous food manufacturing or production experience preferred but not required.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to read and follow recipes, batch cards, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Ability to use iPads, Redzone, Sage ERP, and other required production systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to rotate to other production functions as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently lift, push, and pull up to 55 pounds.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to work around food manufacturing equipment and varying production temperatures.

Work Environment

This position works in a food manufacturing environment where safety, quality, and food safety are top priorities. Employees may work in refrigerated areas and around production equipment, noise, moving machinery, and approved cleaning chemicals. Employees are expected to follow all PPE requirements, sanitation procedures, and safety practices to support a safe and productive workplace.

Success Factors

• Prioritize safety and food quality in every task.
• Follow recipes, procedures, and documentation requirements with accuracy.
• Take ownership of responsibilities and follow through on commitments.
• Maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced production environment.
• Adapt quickly to changing production needs.
• Demonstrate teamwork and support coworkers.
• Look for opportunities to improve processes and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Communicate openly and honestly to support effective teamwork.