Buffalo,NY,USA Blending Operator-3rd Shift-$25 To $26 Per HOUR with

Steuben Foods is a leading aseptic food and beverage manufacturer in the United States, proudly operating as a longstanding family-owned business rooted in Western New York. Established with a commitment to providing superior aseptic food and beverage products, Steuben Foods emphasizes quality, innovation, and food safety as the pillars of its operations. The company’s dedication to maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient work environment has made it a trusted name in the industry and a significant contributor to the local economy. With over 700 employees, Steuben Foods fosters a workplace built on core values such as honesty, integrity, work ethic, loyalty, and accountability, reinforcing an inclusive and respectful culture that prioritizes people as the most important asset. The role being offered is a 3rd shift position, running from 6:00 pm to 6:30 am, within the blending operations department at Steuben Foods. The position requires a detail-oriented and skilled individual who will be responsible for assisting in the preparation and operation of blending processes that meet stringent food safety and quality standards. This role is essential for ensuring that all blending activities and cleaning-in-place (CIP) procedures are conducted efficiently and accurately. Employees will work closely with supervisors and lead personnel to follow established standard operating procedures (SOPs), carry out thorough documentation, and maintain a clean and sanitary work environment. Key responsibilities for this role include performing physical tasks such as lifting up to 55 pounds repeatedly, demonstrating mechanical aptitude, and operating forklifts (with certification). The blending operator is expected to have strong math skills and proficiency with calculators to record and verify blend measurements accurately. Familiarity with CIP procedures and knowledge of plant good manufacturing practices (GMPs), sanitation, and safety protocols are critical for success in this role. The operator will also be responsible for sampling and receiving bulk fluid deliveries, adhering to blend sheet instructions, and reporting any abnormalities that could affect product safety and quality. This job offers a competitive pay range of $24.75 to $25.75 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K plan with employer match, pension, disability and life insurance, paid time off, monthly bonuses, and complimentary meals twice a week. Steuben Foods encourages an equal opportunity work environment, welcoming applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected category. Joining Steuben Foods provides an opportunity to be part of a respected family-owned company that values its workforce and strives for excellence in the aseptic food and beverage industry.

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• Strong math skills with ability to use a calculator proficiently
• Forklift certification
• Knowledge of CIP procedures
• Ability to follow plant GMPs, sanitation, cleanliness and safety requirements
• Some mechanical aptitude
• Good attendance
• Ability to perform repetitive physical lifting up to 55 lbs.
• Successful completion of forklift operator training course