Blending Operator (2nd Shift)
Blending Operator (2nd Shift)
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NO EXTERNAL RECRUITERS PLEASE
**No Sponsorship/Transfer Available**
Company Summary:
For over 60 years MeriCal has been at the forefront of innovation in the dietary supplement industry delivering custom manufacturing and packaging solutions with passion and precision. With state-of-the-art facilities in Southern California and Ogden UT we transform ideas into high-quality productsfrom research and development to the finished products. Our team with over 230 years of combined experience is dedicated to crafting exceptional gummies probiotics tablets capsules chewables and powders using clinically backed ingredients. At MeriCal we dont just meet expectationswe exceed them every time. Join us and be part of a dynamic forward-thinking team shaping the future of nutrition!
The Opportunity:
We are looking for a Blending Operator to manage the blending of raw materials and ensure compliance with batch records and cGMP standards. This role involves operating twin shell mixers weighing final blends and using metal detection and milling equipment. The ideal candidate must accurately follow manufacturing instructions maintain clean work areas and keep precise documentation. Strong attention to detail basic math skills and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs are required. Previous experience in a similar manufacturing environment is preferred.
What Youll Do:
- Operation of twin shell mixers. Verification of materials for each batch as per the batch record and sign off with a second person is required as materials are top loaded into the mixers from the second-floor staging area.
- Must have ability to read and follow manufacturing instructions to property load raw materials (sequentially) close and seal Intel portholes and discharge valves operate twin shell mixers for blending of raw materials and unload/discharge final product blends into sanitary containers.
- Must weigh final blends using floor scales for calculation of outgoing yield versus incoming theoretical yield.Use of metal detection equipment milling/particle sizing equipment including sieves/sifters is required as necessary. Requires coordination with Quality Control on batch record signoMs and anything that violates cGMPs.
- Complies with general cGMPs follows S.O. Ps and Master Batch Record Manufacturing Directions.
- Screens pre-weighed raw materials into the blender using the vibratory screens.
- Unloads blenders weigh the final blend mix and top load mix in the mezzanine for overhead feeding the tablet presses.
- Cleans and sanitizes blenders and auxiliary equipment Cleans blender room and blender area.
- Maintains all logbooks updated with the pertaining MBR information.
- Accuracy and attention to detail is extremely critical.
What Youll Bring:
- High School Diploma or Certificate; or 6 months to 1 year of related experience and/or training.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Must be able to read write and speak English.
- Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals.
- Ability to compute rate ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Familiar with the metric system.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form.
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Must be able to stand for 8 hours and able to lift 50 lbs. Lifting of raw material containers that fall within OSHA limitations is necessary.
- Other activities include material handling using forklifts electric and manual pallet jacks. Interface as either a checker or weigher to satisfy double checks and balances requirement and must be able to set up digital scales and wear a dust respirator.
The Perks:
- No-cost vision insurance (yes you read that right!) employer-paid life insurance paid company holidays generous paid time off sick leave employee assistance program and a comprehensive wellness program.
- Affordable medical and dental insurance plans tailored for you and your dependents.
- Exceptional supplemental benefits including Accident Critical Illness Hospitalization indemnity plans and pet insurance.
- 401(k) matching plan and more!
A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $18.00-$21.00 The compensation offered may vary depending on the candidates geographic region job-related knowledge skills and/or education.
MeriCal is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected and where differences are embraced as strengths. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes equality and celebrates diversity.
Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. Please contact if you need an accommodation due to a disability to complete an application job interview and/or to otherwise participate in the hiring process. This email does not respond to non-accommodations related requests.
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2:00PM-10:30PM
Employment Type
Full-Time
