Blend Operator

Blend Operator – 3rd Shift

Location: St. Ansgar, IA
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 PM–7:30 AM

At Grain Millers, work is more than a job-it's a chance to make a real impact. You'll join a team where you're valued, supported, and part of something much bigger. We're a stable, long-standing company where people stay because they feel respected and proud of the work they do.

We offer competitive pay, strong benefits, and the opportunity to work in one of the cleanest food manufacturing facilities in North America. When you join us, you join a company committed to doing good-for our people, our customers, and the world.

Grain Millers is a global leader in producing and distributing whole grain ingredients used in some of the world's most recognizable food brands. For nearly 40 years, we ve supplied high‑quality organic and conventional oat products while upholding a mission rooted in integrity and high standards.

As one of the largest oat millers in the world, our focus is simple: provide wholesome ingredients and do what's right-always.

We're looking for a Blend Operator to join our 3rd shift blending team. This role is essential in producing custom blends for the biggest names in the food and restaurant industry.

As a Blend Operator, you will:

• Follow blend recipes and gather raw materials
• Load ingredients into the correct bins or hoppers
• Operate PLC‑controlled blending and packaging systems
• Make accurate machine adjustments during production
• Work with blends ranging from 5–12 ingredients
• Oversee automated packaging and robotic palletizing processes
• Perform quality checks to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Maintain cleanliness in a food‑safe environment
• Manage time effectively in a fast‑paced production setting

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work efficiently and manage multiple tasks
• Comfort working with automated systems and machinery
• Forklift experience is preferred
• Strong understanding of cleanliness and food safety
• Reliability, teamwork, and a positive attitude

Food manufacturing, blending, or machine operation experience is a plus but not required—we're willing to train the right person.

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Wellness programs
• Stable, growing company with advancement opportunities
• Clean, modern, technology-driven work environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.

Ready to make a change? Apply today—we'd love to connect with you!