Mixer Lead-Food Manufacturing

Hiring for 1st Shift: 5:00 am - 2:15 pm

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Buddy’s Kitchen was started in 1974 by our founder Buddy ‘Nils” Eian. Our first product was a handmade omelet for airlines that we will make today. We specialize in frozen, ready-to-eat food and great customer relationships. Most of our business is developing quality custom food products for our customers.

Our Mission

To deliver unique foods through agile innovation and flexible manufacturing processes.

Buddy’s Kitchen Core Values

• Customer Focus – Exceeding our customers' expectations.
• Communicate Honestly- The Good AND the Bad.
• Own it – Be accountable & deliver on Your commitments.
• Passion- For continuous improvement.
• Team Spirit – Supportive, healthy internal relationships.

ROLE

SUMMARY

The Mixer Lead is responsible for overseeing the mixing operation, including mixer Associates, equipment, and mix sheet adherence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Work in the mix room providing ongoing Associate direction, coaching, and training.
• Train Associates to follow the mix sheet and proper assembly/disassembly of equipment (Blender & Risco).
• Verify the correct ingredients are being used for each mix.
• Ensure fillings and sauces are properly mixed per mix sheets and customer standards.
• Ensure staffing levels and throughput levels are achieved and maintained.
• Communicate before any product changes over to ensure components for the run and to prevent overmixing.
• Inspect and verify the condition of knives used in the mix room; check for dullness and replace as needed to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Complete over-issue forms accurately when materials exceed planned usage.
• Accurately fill out Return to Stock (RTS) sheets for all products being returned to the warehouse.
• Investigate recurring under- or over-usage of materials reported on work orders; collaborate with Managers and Warehouse staff to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Proactively suggest improvements to enhance product quality, workplace safety, and overall operational efficiency.
• Verify that associates are properly completing required documentation; ensure accuracy and compliance with company standards.
• Perform a First Article Inspection (FAI) on each mix at the start of the shift; document the batch used for the FAI on the batch sheet.
• Notify QA of any non-conforming product and complete forms if needed.
• Notify QA if any foreign objects are found.
• Complete Incident Reports as needed.
• Report equipment issues to Maintenance and Management.
• Communicate any issues to Managers and the next shift, as needed.
• Adherence to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Adherence to SQF (Safe Quality Food).
• Adherence to all safety policies.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Maintain behaviors that support our CORE VALUES.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position supervises the mixer associates.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED and six months of related experience and/or training are required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Mastery of English required (Reading & Writing) to effectively complete necessary documentation.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS

• None

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English to interpret mix sheets, complete production and quality documentation, and ensure accurate communication across teams.
• Strong knowledge of the components and the mix sheets.
• Strong knowledge of product specifications.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and overtime, as necessary.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, time-critical environment.
• A working knowledge of MS Office (Outlook and Excel specifically) is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the Associate is regularly required to stand and walk. The Associate frequently is required to reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; and climb or balance. The Associate is occasionally required to sit and use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The Associate must be able to move around the warehouse site to inspect and observe for proper operations. The Associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The Associate is occasionally required to climb or balance, kneel, and crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an Associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the Associate is frequently exposed to cold and wet environmental conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

REQUIRED TRAINING

This position requires training in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), critical to the effective implementation of the Food Safety Plan and the maintenance of food safety, quality, and process efficiency. Training is also required on food safety issues such as temperature control, cross-contamination, sanitation, and cleanliness of the lines, etc.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Life insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• 401(K)
• 401(K) matching
• Employee assistance Program (EAP)

Buddy’s Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer who provides employment opportunities to qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other area prohibited by applicable laws and regulations.

Schedule: Monday – Friday

Ability to commute/relocate: Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Food production-Mixing: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Burnsville, MN 55337 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $24