Blending Operator – Dry Blending, 1st and 2nd Shift

Heartland Food Products Group

. Set up and operate equipment that mixes or blends ingredients used in food-product manufacturing .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeIndianapolis • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and maintaining food manufacturing equipment while adhering to safety and quality standards. Proficient in data analysis, problem-solving, and effective communication within a team-oriented environment.

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Food Manufacturing Equipment OperationData Analysis and Decision-MakingSafety and Quality CompliancePreventive MaintenanceTeam Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Mechanical ExperienceBatch Data DocumentationTroubleshooting EquipmentMixing and Blending TechniquesOperating Cooking EquipmentPreventive Maintenance ProceduresUnderstanding of SQF GuidelinesHazard Analysis Critical Control PointsRecipe FollowingProduction KPI Achievement

Soft Skills

Good Communication SkillsProactive ApproachPositive AttitudeTeamworkSense of Urgency

Industry Keywords

Food Safety RegulationsGood Manufacturing PracticesEnvironmental Health and Safety StandardsProduction EfficiencyFast-Paced Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set up and operate equipment that mixes or blends ingredients used in food-product manufacturing
Provide direction, training and assistance to other operators
Ensure safety, quality, production and cost KPIs are achieved
Serve as the primary point of contact for the assigned machine
Troubleshoot and improve machine operation throughout the day to meet efficiency targets
Promote safety and comply with food manufacturing and safety regulations
Follow Safe Quality Foods (SQF) good manufacturing practices and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points guidelines
Record production and test data for each food-product batch, including ingredients, temperature, test results and cycle time
Follow recipes to produce products with specified flavor, texture, clarity, bouquet and color
Set up, operate and tend cooking, mixing, blending and processing equipment according to formulas or recipes
Mix or blend ingredients using paddle or ribbon blenders or heated mixing vats
Clean and sterilize blenders and factory processing areas
Document batch data accurately and legibly
Maintain and troubleshoot equipment; assist with adjustments and changeovers
Perform routine and preventive maintenance according to manufacturing schedules and requirements
Develop and apply problem-solving methods to improve equipment and optimize production
Maintain accurate permanent records for the company and its customers
Start up, shut down and complete product changeovers following SOPs
Repair or replace defective parts
Apply Environmental, Health and Safety standards in the department
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma, GED or equivalent
1 year of mechanical experience in a manufacturing or maintenance environment
Good communication skills with operators, other mechanics and resources
Ability to analyze data and make decisions/recommendations based on analysis
Ability and willingness to operate and support a positive culture and follow established values
Ability to integrate into all parts of the operation to support the facility in achieving goals and objectives
Proactive approach and responsibility for equipment, line, coworkers and continuous improvement
Ability to work in a team environment with honest communication, positive attitude, engagement and personal accountability
Ability to work with computers, navigate systems, record information and find information to perform the job
Very high sense of urgency
Ability to understand oral and written instructions in English
Good job performance and attendance records
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks
Ability to physically perform climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing and repetitive motions
Ability to work extended hours, including daily overtime and occasional weekends
Visual acuity to document company records
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

1st shift: Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm
2nd shift: Mon-Fri 2pm-10:30pm