TITLE: Blending Operator Lead LOCATION: Phoenix
A Little About Us
Oats Overnight is changing the way people eat breakfast and since launching in 2016 our high protein spoon-free oatmeal has been enjoyed by overcustomers. We are scaling quickly in both direct-to-consumer and retail with the goal of becoming a household brand. We have end-to-end control of all phases of the business producing and fulfilling the product in-house which is extremely rare for companies our size. This allows us to create new flavors and products quickly and is a tremendous advantage for our brand were able to give customers a behind-the-scenes look at what we do highlighting our people and process in content. Being vertically integrated also enables us to incorporate customers directly in the development process.
A Little About How We Do Things
Starting with our founder/CEO and extending to multiple teams across all departments many of us come from non-traditional backgrounds. This is a superpower we are not stuck in traditional industry patterns but instead leverage extreme rationality and first principles thinking to solve problems and find new opportunities. This is a special place to work and our team is what makes it that way; this is why every employee is also an owner. As such there is a high level of expectation for all team members.
What Were Looking For - Someone that can partner and influence at all different levelsNot afraid to get out into a manufacturing operations environment to work shoulder-to-shoulder with plant leadership to resolve problems and challenges.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and navigate in a fast moving environment
- Expectations will be clearly set but an ambitious approach to the work is key
- Ability to artfully convey even subtle or complex messages clearly as appropriate for the topic and audience.A relentless drive to get things done.
- Curious and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Enjoys working in a highly collaborative and supportive team environment
- Flexible willing and quick to learn new processes new technology and new ways of thinking.
Whats The Job
The Blending Operator Lead is responsible for overseeing the blending operation training new and existing operators and ensuring the safe efficient and high-quality production of food products. This role combines hands-on operation of blending equipment with leadership responsibilities including training mentoring and supporting operators. The Lead will ensure that blending processes adhere to safety guidelines GMPs and food defense procedures while continuously seeking opportunities to improve performance and product quality.
What Youll Be Doing Stop Scanning and Read This Part
- Oversee and Lead the daily activities of blending operators to ensure smooth and efficient operation.
- Provide Training and Mentorship to new and existing operators on safety procedures equipment operation and blending processes.
- Set up operate and clean blending equipment efficiently and safely.
- Select and weigh ingredients according to formulas using scoops spoons or automatic feeders.
- Operate blenders mixers agitators and other machinery to blend ingredients according to specific formulas.
- Start machinery monitor operations and shut down equipment when the specified processing time is completed.
- Transfer finished products from blenders into barrels or containers.
- Clean and maintain work areas machinery and equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards.
- Ensure batch record integrity and maintain accurate digital inputs in compliance with company protocols.
- Lead daily shift coordination ensuring sufficient staffing and smooth operations.
- Provide leadership and support to the team addressing issues and maintaining a positive and productive environment.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts to optimize blending processes increase efficiency and enhance product quality.
- Cover supervisor vacations on both 1st and 2nd shifts ensuring consistent leadership in their absence.
- Perform other duties as needed and directed by management
What Youve Done And Who You Are Minimum High School diploma or equivalent. Previous experience in a manufacturing environment; previous blending experience is a plus. Leadership experience: Proven ability to lead and train a team in a fast-paced environment. Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is a plus. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow specific work instructions. Experience and desire to support a culture built on collaboration sharing ideas and celebrating successes while driving positive outcomes with cross-functional teams. Proficient with Windows and basic software systems. Ability to work mid-shifts (10 am - 6 pm / 11 am - 7 pm). Ability to swing between 1st and 2nd shifts based on demand. Cover supervisor vacations on both 1st and 2nd shifts. Basic understanding of math (Kilograms Grams Pounds). Ability to lift 50 lb bags. Great interdepartmental skills working closely with Warehouse and R&D teams.
Why You Might Like Working Here
- This is going to be fun.
- You have the freedom to leverage your own creativity and have a voice.
- Casual friendly culture. Were serious about what we do but we dont take ourselves too seriously.
- We are a fast-growing company and you will have stock options.
- High growth potential with opportunities to expand
- Free oatmeal. Its very good.
Why You Might Not Like Working Here
- Its not a cushy job the bar is high
- We are growing quickly and have a fast-paced work environment.
- Physical Demands
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to work near food ingredients exposure to food allergens
- Location: inside an air-conditioned manufacturing and warehouse environment
- You must be able to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA FMLA and other federal state and local standards
- You must be able to maintain regular punctual attendance consistent with the ADA FMLA and other federal state and local standards
The Perks
- Full Benefits; Medical Dental Vision and Life
- Monday - Friday Schedule
- Weekly Pay
- Stock options every employee is an owner
- Free delicious oatmeal
- 401K Plan
And last but never least.
We value people who roll up their sleeves and support their fellow team members. We embrace diversity and encourage equal opportunity every chance we get and we look forward to learning from people whose backgrounds skills and perspectives challenge and enrich our own.
Oats Overnight provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation national origin age disability marital status amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. Oats Overnight complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
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