1st Shift Mixer I

Join Litehouse as a Mixer!

Location : Lowell, MI

Shift : 1st Shift, 7am - 3 : 30pm

Starting Pay : $21.39 / hr

Would you like to work for a 100% employee-owned food manufacturing company with an outstanding reputation as both a community leader and a great place to work? If so, please read on!

As a Mixer at Litehouse you are essential to the performance of all mix systems including spice, prep, testing.

About Litehouse Foods

Litehouse started in the Hope, Idaho restaurant of the Hawkins family 60 years ago. Since that time, we have become the leader in refrigerated salad dressings, dips, sauces, herbs, and cheese, manufacturing these delicious products at our four U.S. facilities based in Michigan, Utah, Virginia, and Idaho. Litehouse offers its diverse portfolio of products through general retail, e-commerce, foodservice, deli, member stores, and value-added goods where Litehouse products are featured in meal and salad kits. We keep a strong commitment to our employees and the communities in which we operate.

Great People Deserve Great Benefits

• 401(k) + 401(k) Matching
• Dental, Health, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off + Additional Personal Day
• Biweekly pay
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid sick time after 6 months
• Shift Differential
• Career advancement opportunities and recognition programs

What You'll Do

Load ingredients into blenders and operate metering and pumping systems to produce high-value, detailed recipes

Operate advanced batch automation computer systems (training provided!)

Changeover and wash out machinery between batches while following strict allergen protocols

Keep your workspace and the production area clean and organized

Use scanners and inventory software to maintain accuracy and ensure FIFO (first in, first out) practices

Requisition ingredients and supplies; maintain accurate and timely production records

Adhere to all food safety policies and promptly report any concerns to your supervisor

Work flexible hours as needed, including frequent overtime and weekends

What You Bring

High school diploma or GED strongly preferred

0-3 years of experience in a production or manufacturing setting

Ability to operate or learn computer-based batch automation technology

Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate documentation

Comfortable lifting up to 55 lbs. regularly

Self-motivated and capable of working independently

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Able to multi-task and stay focused in a fast-paced environment

Strong interpersonal skills and team-minded attitude

We do not offer sponsorship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Must be able to pass a background check. Any job offer will be based on the results of the background check.

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