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How to hire a compound mixer

Compound mixer hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring compound mixers in the United States:

  • In the United States, the median cost per hire a compound mixer is $1,633.
  • It takes between 36 and 42 days to fill the average role in the US.
  • Human Resources use 15% of their expenses on recruitment on average.
  • On average, it takes around 12 weeks for a new compound mixer to become settled and show total productivity levels at work.

How to hire a compound mixer, step by step

To hire a compound mixer, you should clearly understand the skills and experience you are looking for in a candidate, and allocate a budget for the position. You will also need to post and promote the job opening to reach potential candidates. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to hire a compound mixer:

Here's a step-by-step compound mixer hiring guide:

  • Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
  • Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
  • Step 3: Make a budget
  • Step 4: Write a compound mixer job description
  • Step 5: Post your job
  • Step 6: Interview candidates
  • Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new compound mixer
  • Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist
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  1. Identify your hiring needs

    Before you start hiring a compound mixer, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

    Determine employee vs contractor status
    Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

    A compound mixer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, compound mixers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

    This list shows salaries for various types of compound mixers.

    Type of Compound MixerDescriptionHourly rate
    Compound Mixer$13-22
    Batching OperatorA batching operator conducts quality assurance tests to ensure products comply with industry standards and customer orders. They have the responsibility to oversee the batching plant's daily operations, delegate duties among employees, monitor processes and provide instructions as necessary, and resolve issues and concerns should any arise... Show more$13-24
    Blender OperatorA blender operator is primarily in charge of operating and adjusting blending machines while adhering to guidelines and safety protocols. The extent of their responsibilities varies upon their company or industry of employment, but it typically includes preparing and measuring materials, mixing components, and maintaining records as necessary... Show more$13-21
  2. Create an ideal candidate profile

    Common skills:
    • GMP
    • Mixers
    • Extrusion
    • QC
    • CIP
    • Chemical Compounds
    • FDA
    Responsibilities:
    • Maintain accurate records and adhere to FDA regulations.
    • Follow sanitation programs, such as CIP, to ensure cleanliness of equipment and work area.
    • Have excellent math skills to gatherrequir ingredients to set specifications.
    • Produce, inspect and prepare antibiotics for shipping.
  3. Make a budget

    Including a salary range in your compound mixer job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A compound mixer salary can vary based on several factors:
    • Location. For example, compound mixers' average salary in utah is 31% less than in rhode island.
    • Seniority. Entry-level compound mixers earn 40% less than senior-level compound mixers.
    • Certifications. A compound mixer with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
    • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a compound mixer's salary.

    Average compound mixer salary

    $36,747yearly

    $17.67 hourly rate

    Entry-level compound mixer salary
    $28,000 yearly salary
    Updated December 24, 2025
  4. Writing a compound mixer job description

    A job description for a compound mixer role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a compound mixer job description:

    Compound mixer job description example

  5. Mixer 2nd Shift $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

    Location: Saginaw, TX

    Exemption: Nonexempt

    Shift: Second

    OUR COMPANY:

    Ventura Foods is a leading global manufacturer of branded and custom food products that proudly helps food providers in the U.S., Canada and more than 60 other countries earn a special place on consumers’ tables. We do this by continually crafting custom dressings, sauces, mayonnaises, and other food solutions that exceed peoples’ expectations for great-tasting flavors and high-quality ingredients.

    Headquartered in Brea, California, Ventura Foods operates 14 manufacturing facilities, 3 culinary centers, and numerous distribution centers across North America. When you work in our manufacturing and distribution facilities, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth, because you invest in ours.

    Position Summary:

    To blend together all of the necessary dry, wet and refrigerated ingredients to deliver a finished product to the customer that meets their formula specifications. Also to deliver a product to a customer that meets their requirements in both taste and appearance.

    Major Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Perform pre-shift preparation and ensure that all surfaces that will contact product (piping, utensils, vessels) are sanitized and ready for operation. Record data on the mixer SIS form
    • Follow batch sheet without deviation while mixing product. Any deviation must be approved. All deviations recorded on the batch adjustment sheet
    • Makes necessary approved adjustments, monitors gauges, equipment and temperatures. Keep records of batches made, ingredients used, and records processing parameters. Supply a product sample, as required, to Quality Control (QC) for testing and approval for packing.
    • Read daily production schedule and process orders in the established sequence. Complete all paperwork in a timely manner and turn in to appropriate personnel, fill out work orders as needed
    • Constant communication with spicers, QA and machine operators
    • Ensure that machine operators have produced the correct number of cases for each order
    • Manage rework to ensure proper rework instructions are followed
    • Post operation, housekeeping and closing out a shift properly. Handoff to sanitation or the next shift
    • Responsible for following all food safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria including the current SQF code, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and associated preventive controls
    • Other duties as assigned

    Education and Experience:

    • High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience
    • 1 or more years of experience in a food manufacturing environment

    Knowledge and Skills:

    • A very general knowledge of how the mixture or adding of certain ingredients will affect the overall product. Thorough knowledge of what each ingredient will bring to the overall property of the product
    • Must be able to read and communicate in the English language in order to accurately select materials per batch sheets, interpret and execute documents such as safety rules and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
    • Possess reading and math skills needed to accurately verify quantities of ingredients and to accurately add ingredients to batch
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with coworkers, other departments and managers
    • Capable of being forklift licensed/certified with the ability to be trained and demonstrate safe operation of material handling equipment

    Physical Demands:

    Regularly requires intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Physical strength and dexterity sufficient to perform the required task(s). Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more with assistance. Additional demands may be required.

    Work Environment:

    In addition to normal business hours, work schedules may include after hours and weekends as needed. May work outside and in adverse temperatures which include extreme hot, cold, and humidity. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration. Must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by established Company Safety standards. May require work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet for prolonged periods of time.

    Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.


    Nearest Major Market: Fort Worth
    Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas

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    Company DescriptionVentura Foods is a leading global manufacturer of branded and custom food products that proudly helps food providers in the U.S., Canada and more than 60 other countries earn a special place on consumers’ tables. We do this by continually crafting custom dressings, sauces, mayonnaises, and other food solutions that exceed peoples’ expectations for great-tasting flavors and high-quality ingredients.

    Headquartered in Brea, California, Ventura Foods operates 14 manufacturing facilities, 3 culinary centers, and numerous distribution centers across North America. When you work in our manufacturing and distribution facilities, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth, because you invest in ours.
  • Post your job

    To find compound mixers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

    • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
    • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any compound mixers they would recommend.
    • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level compound mixers with the right educational background.
    • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.
    Post your job online:
    • Post your compound mixer job on Zippia to find and recruit compound mixer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
    • Use field-specific websites.
    • Post a job on free websites.
  • Interview candidates

    To successfully recruit compound mixers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

    It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

    The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

  • Send a job offer and onboard your new compound mixer

    Once you have selected a candidate for the compound mixer position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

    It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

    To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

  • Go through the hiring process checklist

    • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
    • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
    • Define job responsibilities and requirements
    • Establish budget and timeline
    • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
    • Write job description
    • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
    • Promote the job internally
    • Process applications through applicant tracking system
    • Review resumes and cover letters
    • Shortlist candidates for screening
    • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
    • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
    • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
    • Conduct background checks on top candidates
    • Check references of top candidates
    • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
    • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
    • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
    • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
    • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
    • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)
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  • How much does it cost to hire a compound mixer?

    There are different types of costs for hiring compound mixers. One-time cost per hire for the recruitment process. Ongoing costs include employee salary, training, onboarding, benefits, insurance, and equipment. It is essential to consider all of these costs when evaluating hiring a new compound mixer employee.

    You can expect to pay around $36,747 per year for a compound mixer, as this is the median yearly salary nationally. This can vary depending on what state or city you're hiring in. If you're hiring for contract work or on a per-project basis, hourly rates for compound mixers in the US typically range between $13 and $22 an hour.

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