Mixing Operator 1st Shift (Located in Reno NV)

* This position is located in Reno, Nevada*

    Choose Us, Because We’re Better!

We provide more than jobs!  Work with us and you will have a career opportunity.

• Consistent Work: We have work now AND later. We are not seasonal, so you can expect consistent 40-hour work weeks, EVERY WEEK, all year long.
• Work-Life Balance: This is important to us!  Your schedule will be the same, Monday-Friday, with occasional overtime, as needed.
• Performance-Based Pay: Your hard work will be recognized and rewarded.
• Great Benefits: We haven’t raised medical premiums in 10 years! Enjoy health coverage with minimal out-of-pocket costs, along with dental, vision, life insurance, disability benefits, and even a gym membership!
• Generous Retirement:  Our 401k matches 100% of your contribution, up to 6%.
• Paid Time Off:  Begin accruing PTO on day 1!

Why Now?
Our exciting building expansion is set to open next year, and we pride ourselves on promoting from within. This is your chance to jump in and grow with us!

What You’ll Do:

Dump and blend seasonings and/or spices to meet customer’s specifications and package accordingly.

Responsibilities:

• Follow mixing instructions on batch card to produce seasonings and or spices to meet customer’s specifications.
• Verify quality of product with QC Lab before starting run.
• Visually inspect product during process to ensure quality is correct. Operator is 100% responsible for the room including quality, sanitation, cleanliness and productivity.
• Fill out the batch card during the run and complete the card at the end of each run.
• Calculate total cartons/ bags produced along with total weights and explain any difference between batch weight and total weight.
• Make sure all safety rules are followed in their room.
• Other duties as assigned.

What we’re looking for & things you need:

RELIABILITY - Team members who show up every shift, on time, and can work occasional overtime.  If you’re not ready to commit, this isn’t for you.

• High School diploma/GED required
• 1 year warehouse experience required; food manufacturing preferred
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong oral comprehension and expression skills
• Dependability with a sense of urgency
• Demonstrated success at being a team player
• Demonstrated communication skills at all levels, including management
• Demonstrated basic math and problem-solving skills
• Stand on feet for the duration of the shift
• Walk long distances
• Push, pull, lift and/or carry heavy product such as equipment, bags and/or drums weighing up to 100lbs
• Able to extend arms with hands over the head or at shoulder height
• Hold, grasp, or turn with the use of hands
• Touch, pickup, and pinch with the use of fingers
• Kneel, stoop or bend downwards and forward
• Ascend or descend ladders and platforms
• Stand, work and walk at heights on platforms at least six feet or higher
• Express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word.  Convey detailed instructions to others
• Able to hear, understand and distinguish speech and/or other sounds such as machinery alarms
• Near and far visual acuity required
• Work in an environment that is noisy, dusty and may contain spices with high heat intensity
• Withstand working in cold and hot temperatures for long periods of time
• Must be able to read and write English
• Able to work occasional overtime and weekends as needed

Ready to Make an Impact?
If you are willing to embrace the challenge, the opportunities at Chesapeake Spice are limitless. Join us for a rewarding career in manufacturing, where you can grow, thrive, and be part of a team that helps flavor the world!

Chesapeake Spice Company is an equal opportunity employer.