Blending Technician I

For over 40 years, we have been at the forefront of the nutrition industry, renowned for our top-quality supplements and innovative product delivery systems. Our commitment to advancement is driven by our focus on research initiatives, unique product formulations, and unparalleled quality control. As a family-owned company with a rich history, we take pride in our valued partnerships with healthcare professionals, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of excellence.

This position is responsible for ensuring products are blended in accordance with FDA regulatory requirements as well as company procedures and policies.

This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other duties, as assigned by their supervisor. Essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Operating all equipment associated with blending. (Scales, blenders, powered picking-trucks, pallet jacks, sifters, ladders, and mills
• Examining and verifying raw materials to be blended, based on identifying recorded data on containers labels/tags and production batch records
• Follow batch record processing steps to ensure the correct ingredients and proper quantities are added per processing instructions
• Retrieve batches or raw materials that require a blending procedure from the staging location into the assigned blending room/area
• Preparing powders for mixing such as milling, pre-blending, and sifting
• Clean, assemble, disassemble, and troubleshoot basic blending equipment to ensure that the equipment is safe and ready to use.
• Must be able to climb step ladder to elevated height to perform blending and cleaning duties of the position
• Report any discrepancies to the Production Supervisor for resolution
• Correctly complete room and equipment logs before, during, and after a blending procedure is being performed
• Properly wear and use PPE’s (back support, safety glasses, strap harness, gloves, footwear, respirators, protective coverall) to perform the job

Work Requirements and Skills:

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English to perform necessary duties.