Blender - 3rd Shift

Job Details: Job Location: Nevada - Minden, NV, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: 3rd Shift, About Us: 

Finlays Solutions is a leading partner to the B2B beverage manufacturing industry, recognized for its deep expertise, strong industry relationships, and commitment to innovation. The company plays a central role in supporting beverage brands, flavor houses, private label partners, and manufacturers through high-quality products, technical capabilities, and collaborative problem-solving. With a strong presence in the ready-to-drink beverage market, Finlays Solutions focuses on identifying emerging opportunities, expanding into new market spaces, and delivering solutions that meet evolving customer and consumer needs.  

 
Finlays Solutions operates with a strong commitment to its mission, values, ethics, and long‑term goals, ensuring that every initiative reflects the company’s dedication to integrity, partnership, and sustainable success. 

Job Summary: 

The Blender Operator is responsible for the blending of products according to the individual work order specifications following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) and safety procedures. Individuals must maintain a safe and pleasant manner while ensuring the department meets its goal of blending as many work orders per day as possible, with maximum safety, quality and accuracy. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Learn, practice, and adhere to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) established for Manufacturing 

Learn, practice, and adhere to all Safety and Quality policies and procedures 

Learn, practice, and adhere to Blending Department Policies and Procedures. 

Learn, practice, and adhere to all processing, change over, clean-up, and sanitation procedures related to equipment and machines in the department, per the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) 

Safe, effective, efficient set-up and operation of all blending equipment to meet the Work Order (WO) instructions per the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and safety instructions 

Process Work Orders efficiently and accurately per instructions and the daily production schedule  

Create production batch samples of completed blends to facilitate Quality Assurance testing requirements 

Clean and sanitize machines, tables, processing rooms, and utensils per the established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) 

Perform basic mathematical calculations to determine weights and measures per the Work Order (WO) and yield loss percentage after the final blending process is complete 

Understand all part numbers, lot numbers, and product descriptions as they relate to the Work Order (WO) 

Assist with minor repair and maintenance of machines 

Demonstrate good judgment by reacting to unsafe acts or conditions by making them safe or immediately reporting them to those who can correct them 

Learn and practice Lean Manufacturing to improve efficiency and eliminate waste 

Update and maintain all required logs and paperwork within the department (i.e.: equipment use, cleaning logs, Work Order (WO), etc.) legibly and accurately 

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment to ensure employee safety, product integrity and efficiency 

Perform assigned tasks while wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as required 

Must maintain confidentiality at all times and have regular and reliable attendance 

Work in other areas as needed and perform other duties as assigned 

Qualifications: Education and Skills 

Read, write, speak, and comprehend English 

Comprehend basic math: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, weights and measures, and efficient use of a calculator 

Knowledge and understanding of basic computer and control systems 

Possess mechanical aptitude with the ability to assemble, troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on manufacturing equipment 

Ability to communicate both written and orally within the organization 

Basic knowledge of food processing and food safety 

Ability to give positive suggestions to improve operations in the work center 

Team Oriented - being helpful, respectful, approachable, building strong working relationships and a positive work environment, is responsible, honest, loyal, interacts with others tactfully, resolving conflicts appropriately, and adapting to change  

Ability to manage time efficiently and work well under changing demands 

Ability to accurately follow verbal and written instructions 

Must have good work ethics, be highly motivated, and be a hands-on problem solver 

Ability to detect, recognize, and judge discrepancies 

Requires accuracy, reliability, and attention to quality 

Successfully completes and attains passing score of the entry level test 

High school diploma or GED, and/or 2 years work experience preferably in a manufacturing environment 

Physical Demands 

Vision, hearing, and speaking to meet performance standards 

Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods, push, pull, lift, climb, bend, stoop, squat, and use manual dexterity to work with the following: production equipment, scales, pallet jacks, drum dollies, mops, brooms, portable stairs, hoses, forklifts, etc. 

Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis daily and move heavier weights using proper equipment or team lifting techniques 

Work Environment 

Requires ability to work in an environment that may contain odors, dust, moderate level noise, and temperature and ventilation variations while wearing any appropriate safety and/or protective clean room apparel as required (e.g.: safety glasses, safety shoes, gloves, hair net, uniform, face shield, as required)  

Quality Statement:  

Our Quality and Food Safety Management strategy is anchored by our food safety and quality culture and a two-pronged approach to “be the best” as we produce “only the best”. Every employee has a role to play in this strategy as outlined by the following: 

Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), allergen control, food defense, HACCP, SQF, and regulatory requirements so that we make consistently safe, quality products. 

Ensure the presence of visitors, contractors, and customers are documented on each visit in and out of the facility to maintain good manufacturing practices, allergen controls, food defense/food security and HACCP controls. 

Report all food safety and quality issues to management immediately. 

Partner with colleagues across all functions to share knowledge, skills, and information regarding quality and food safety. 

Adhere to all health and safety work practices. 

Exhibit an understanding of quality and food safety standards and be able to speak about the Finlays quality and food safety system and your role in it. 

Handle customer complaints in a timely and professional manner so that the customer is put first, always. 

Participate fully in Finlays programs that drive continuous improvement methodologies. 

Any employee in doubt as to the role they play in the Finlays quality and food safety management system must reach out to the site Quality Manager or VP of Quality. 

Equal Opportunity Statement: 

Finlays Solutions is an equal employment opportunity employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Finlays employs individuals that are 18 years of age or older. 

*This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.