Quality Assurance Blender (Full-Time/1st Shift) Mankato, MN

Wis-Pak, Inc.
$22.25 / hr
United States, Minnesota, North Mankato
1707 Tower Blvd (Show on map)
Feb 05, 2025
Job Brief Under the supervision of the Lead Technician, the Blender prepares syrup and other ingredients for mixing and blends the ingredients according to established standards and procedures. JOB DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Note: The job functions relate to the job, not the individual) Sanitize tanks and equipment to ensure company quality standards are met. Locate necessary ingredients in inventory and transport to syrup room for mixing. Blend syrup ingredients according to established standards and procedures. Unload sugar/concentrate trucks. Maintain records and logs of procedures, results, and problems. Sanitize tanks according to schedule. Interpret blending/sanitation schedule requirements and plan personal schedule accordingly to suite priorities. Periodically perform inventory checks and sort concentrates and syrups. Assure ingredient stock is rotated. Follow all clean-up and housekeeping procedures. Comply with all safety and sanitation and food safety regulations. Understand computer usage, commands, and how to troubleshoot Accoss and Conti-Mix. Communicate effectively and be a team player. Perform flavor changes. JOB DUTIES/MARGINAL FUNCTIONS (Not fundamental job duties) Using a forklift, move material to proper location in inventory. Maintain an orderly and sanitary conduction of room and related storage areas. Train new employees. Sort waste/recyclable materials. Light maintenance work. QUALIFICATIONS Requires high school education and the ability to perform basic mathematical skills. Must have good communications skills. Requires the ability to lift up to 75 lbs. on a daily basis. Must be able to stand for long periods of time and be alert at all times. Requires the ability to perform basic computer functions and forklift operation skills. Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions. Work in a team environment. Have basic mechanical ability. JOB DISCLAIMER This list of job duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Wis-Pak is an equal opportunity employer that complies with EEOC rules and regulations. We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.