Bulk Operator

Position Overview

Job Title: Bulk Operator

Location: On-Site, Belding, MI

Department/Function: Bulk, Operations

Reports to: Plant Manager

Compensation Range: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Pay Frequency & FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Job Grade: B

The Bulk Operator must follow all plant safety, Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety rules and regulations. Documentation and paperwork procedures must be followed as well as verbal and written instructions and guidelines according to the job requirements. The Bulk Operator is responsible for producing and moving liquid mixes in a safe and sanitary manner utilizing pumps, hoses, piping, etc. to meet production and shipping schedules. The Bulk Operator will back-up Sanitation as needed. This role does not have direct reports.

About Mizkan America
Mizkan America, headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, is a part of the Mizkan Group, a global, family-owned company that has been Bringing Flavor to Life™ for more than 220 years. We're one of the leading makers of vinegars, condiments and sauces in the U.S., with manufacturing facilities across the country serving retail, foodservice, and food ingredient customers. Our portfolio covers Meal Solutions, Flavor Enhancers and Inspired Mixology. It includes trusted brands such as RAGÚ®, BERTOLLI®, BORN SIMPLE®, HOLLAND HOUSE®, NAKANO®, MIZKAN® and ZING ZANG®, and we're the exclusive North American importer and distributor of ANGOSTURA®.

Why Join Mizkan America?

We combine the resources and brand power of a major food company with the speed and agility of a smaller company. That means fewer layers, faster decisions and real ownership of work you can see on store shelves. Two principles guide everything we do: offer customers only the finest products and continuously challenge the status quo. We're investing in what's next, including tools and training to use AI responsibly so it strengthens human judgment rather than replacing it. Whether you work in operations, innovation, commercial or a corporate function, your work makes an impact, and we're invested in your growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety requirements, and standard operating procedures.
• Support startup, operation, monitoring, and shutdown of bulk production processes and equipment.
• Prepare equipment and materials required for batch production activities.
• Monitor tanks, pumps, meters, valves, piping systems, motors, cooling towers, and wastewater systems to ensure proper operation.
  • Perform routine field inspections and identify potential equipment or process issues.
• Troubleshoot process abnormalities and notify appropriate personnel when corrective action is needed.
• Monitor production processes and make adjustments necessary to maintain required operating conditions.
• Conduct laboratory testing and process checks while accurately documenting results.
• Develop knowledge of fermentation, acetator, filtration, and bulk processing systems.
• Receive raw materials and assist with bulk liquid unloading and shipping activities.
• Load and unload liquid bulk shipments in accordance with established procedures.
• Complete production records, reports, certificates of analysis, and other required documentation.
• Participate in inventory activities, including cycle counts and inventory verification.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation activities for tanks, equipment, containers, utensils, and work areas.
• Assist sanitation operations as needed.
• • Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements and maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Support food quality and food safety programs.
• Demonstrate proficiency in all assigned duties following completion of training and qualification requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• 1 year of experience in food processing, liquid manufacturing, bottling, blending, packaging, sanitation, or related manufacturing environments preferred.
• Ability to operate and learn process equipment, laboratory instruments, forklifts, and material handling equipment.
• Basic mathematics skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn manufacturing-related software systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work overtime, on-call assignments, and temporary shift changes as business needs require.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive physical activities throughout the workday.
• Ability to move throughout manufacturing environments.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds independently and over 50 pounds with assistance.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for processing and handling materials and equipment.
• Adequate hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person.
• Adequate sight to operate equipment, laboratory instruments, forklifts, and material handling equipment.
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to heat, cold, fumes, and uneven walking surfaces.
• Ability to work at heights and around production equipment and processing systems.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hats, hair restraints, and steel-toed footwear as required.
• Regular, predictable, in-person attendance on the business days the Company requires in-person attendance at the manufacturing facility as work requires.
  

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: The hourly pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.00 per hour. This position is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Actual compensation may vary based on relevant experience, skills, education, internal equity, market data, and geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Bonus Eligibility: This position is eligible to participate in Mizkan’s Plant Bonus Plan based on quarterly results.

Benefits: Mizkan America offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, wellness programs, health and flexible spending accounts, education assistance, employee assistance programs, and employee referral bonuses.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Mizkan America, Inc. is unable to provide or assume sponsorship for an employment visa now or in the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility

Mizkan America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. Employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications and business needs. Mizkan America, Inc. does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process should contact [email protected].

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