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1st Shift Blender Operator; Dry Powder

Job in Waukesha, Waukesha County, Wisconsin, 53188, USA
Listing for: Fortress Nutrition, LLC
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Production, Food Production
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 20 USD Hourly USD 20.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: 1st Shift Blender Operator (Dry Powder)

Overview

Fortress Nutrition is looking for reliable team players to join our dry powder production crew as a Batch Blender Operator on 1st shift.

The right candidate will have previous experience in blending (preferably in the food and beverage industry, not required), and have a stable work history with previous employers. Must be able to be accountable to the Company's need for overtime & weekend work as required.

Work Schedule

Standard

Hours:

1st Shift (6:00am-2:30pm, Monday-Friday); OT and weekends as needed

Job Summary

The Blender Operator is responsible for the accurate pre-weighing, loading, mixing and blending of dry powder ingredients, while monitoring equipment, documenting batch records (MMR), performing in-process checks, and working with the team to ensure consistency, efficiency, and product integrity.

What You ll Do
  • Set up, run, and monitor blending and packaging equipment
  • Load raw materials and follow batch instructions to make quality products
  • Use forklifts and hoists safely to move ingredients
  • Clean and sanitize equipment and work areas following food safety and GMP requirements
  • Check seals, codes, and weights to make sure products meet standards
  • Stack and stage finished products for shipping
  • Keep production records accurate and up to date
  • Support operations as needed by working overtime and weekends as requested
  • What We're Looking For

    Required Qualifications:

    • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
    • 1+ years of experience in a mixer/blender role,
      preferably in food manufacturing
    • Must be able to proficiently read, write, and communicate in English

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Previous experience working in a bottling and canning facility or food/beverage manufacturing environment with understanding of food safety/quality programs such as GMPs
    Physical Requirements
    • Frequently required to stand; walk; talk or hear; reach above shoulders; use hands to finger, handle, grasp, pinch or touch objects, controls, tools or equipment; kneel, crouch and use foot/feet to operate machinery; bend at the waist; climb or balance
    • Frequently required to lift, carry, move, push or pull materials, product or equipment up to 50 pounds
    • Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, up to ten (10) or more hours in a single shift
    • Reliability, punctuality, strong sense of urgency, and ability to work effectively as part of a team
    Compensation Package
    • Starting Pay Rate - $20.00 per hour
    • Double Pay for ANY Weekend Overtime Hours AND All Hours >50 Per Week!
    • Paid Time Off (PTO) Package
    • Paid Holidays
    • 401K with GREAT Company Match
    • Affordable Insurance - Medical, Dental, and Vision
    • HSA Plan Option with Quarterly Company Contribution
    • Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life & AD&D
    • $1,000 Referral Bonuses - Uncapped!
    • AND more!
    How to Apply

    To apply to this position, please email your resume to .

    Fortress Nutrition is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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