Job Details

Job Title: Powder Blender

Company: Lucta, Flavors & Fragrances

Location: Essex, Maryland

Position Summary:

The Powder Blender is responsible for blending dry ingredients to create high-quality

powdered products used in food manufacturing. This role involves operating large blending

equipment, ensuring product consistency, and adhering to strict quality control measures.

The Powder Blender plays a key role in supporting production efficiency and product

integrity in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Blending Operations:

o Operate and monitor large blending tanks, including ribbon blenders and

paddle mixers, which can hold substantial volumes of dry ingredients (up to

several thousand pounds).

o Accurately measure and weigh ingredients according to detailed formulas

and recipes, ensuring proper ratios for optimal product quality and

consistency.

o Load bulk ingredients into blending machines, following established

procedures to ensure safety and quality standards are met.

o Monitor blending cycles, making real-time adjustments to speed and

duration as needed to achieve the desired blend and prevent over-blending

or under-blending.

o Perform regular checks on ingredient particle size and moisture content to

ensure they meet specifications prior to blending.

o Document all blending processes, ingredient usage, and quality control

results in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

• Quality Control:

o Conduct comprehensive quality checks on blended products, including

visual inspections and sampling, to verify consistency, color, and texture.

o Collaborate with the quality assurance team to address any discrepancies in

quality and implement corrective actions as necessary.

• Equipment Maintenance:

o Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on blending equipment,

ensuring that all machinery is clean, functional, and safe to operate.

o Regularly clean and sanitize blending tanks and associated equipment to

prevent cross-contamination and maintain product integrity.

• Safety and Compliance:

o Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines, including proper handling of

hazardous materials and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.

o Participate in safety training and contribute to a culture of safety by reporting

potential hazards and unsafe practices.

Maintain cleanliness in the blending area, which can be dusty and dirty due

to the nature of dry ingredient handling, following Good Manufacturing

Practices (GMP) and food safety standards.

• Inventory Management:

o Assist in monitoring ingredient inventory levels, notifying supervisors when

reordering is necessary to ensure uninterrupted production.

o Maintain accurate records of ingredient usage and blending batches for

traceability and compliance purposes.

• Collaboration:

o Work closely with production teams to coordinate blending schedules and

ensure timely delivery of blended products to meet production demands.

o Participate in team meetings to discuss production goals, address

challenges, and share best practices.

Work Conditions:

• The work environment is a busy food manufacturing plant, which can be noisy and

may have fluctuating temperatures.

• Employees will be required to work in areas that can be dusty and may be exposed

to food powders and allergens.

• Blending operations involve standing for long periods and may require bending,

lifting, and maneuvering heavy equipment and bulk ingredients.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

• Steel-toed boots to protect feet from heavy materials.

• Safety goggles or face shields to protect eyes from dust and splashes.

• Gloves when handling raw materials or cleaning chemicals.

• Ear protection in areas with high noise levels.

• Dust masks or respirators may be required when working in particularly dusty

environments.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; experience in food manufacturing or blending

operations is preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise recipes and instructions.

• Familiarity with blending equipment and processes is a plus.

• Ability to lift heavy materials (at least to 50 lbs and up to 75 lbs) and perform physical tasks for extended

periods.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented

environment.

• Basic computer skills for data entry and documentation.