How to hire a mixer

How to hire a mixer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step 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 mixer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new mixer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a 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.

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   A mixer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, 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.

   Here's a comparison of mixer salaries for various roles:

   Type of Mixer	Description	Hourly rate
   Mixer		$12-20
   Blender Operator	A 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
   Batching Operator	A 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

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Basic Math
   • Math
   • Mixers
   • Safety Procedures
   • Production Schedules
   • Lot Numbers
   • GMP
   • Pallet Jack
   • Dividers
   • Quality Standards
   • Product Quality
   • Safety Regulations
   • PPE
   • CIP

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Test each batch with QA.
   • Perform QA inspection on products on and off production line.
   • Operate equipment including beaters, extruders, and discharge pipes.
   • Produce high grade plastics from recycle and raw materials using extruders.
   • Operate RF laser gun to inquire the accurate chemical weight for the bulk order.
   • Mix icing and other batters by reading recipes, scaling and measuring ingredients and operating mixers.

   More mixer duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your mixer job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A mixer salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, mixers' average salary in arizona is 34% less than in minnesota.
   • Seniority. Entry-level mixers earn 37% less than senior-level mixers.
   • Certifications. A 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 mixer's salary.

   Average mixer salary

   $16.77hourly

   $34,891 yearly

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   Entry-level mixer salary

   $27,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

   Average mixer salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Minnesota	$43,514	$21
   2	Massachusetts	$41,813	$20
   3	Indiana	$41,694	$20
   4	New Jersey	$39,581	$19
   5	Illinois	$38,694	$19
   6	Iowa	$36,931	$18
   7	Pennsylvania	$36,926	$18
   8	Idaho	$36,108	$17
   9	Ohio	$36,104	$17
   10	Nevada	$36,102	$17
   11	California	$34,687	$17
   12	North Carolina	$33,655	$16
   13	Georgia	$33,646	$16
   14	Utah	$32,781	$16
   15	Texas	$32,252	$16
   16	Oregon	$31,006	$15
   17	Missouri	$30,716	$15

   Average mixer salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Ecolab	$43,283	$20.81
   2	Benjamin Moore	$42,361	$20.37
   3	MDU Resources	$41,920	$20.15
   4	Rich Products	$41,531	$19.97
   5	Utz Brands	$41,263	$19.84
   6	Post Holdings	$41,122	$19.77	2
   7	Campbell Soup	$41,076	$19.75	1
   8	Fla-Vor-Ice	$40,847	$19.64
   9	Conagra Brands	$40,732	$19.58	7
   10	Cargill	$40,633	$19.54	2
   11	WestRock	$40,507	$19.47
   12	TreeHouse Foods	$40,412	$19.43	1
   13	Sherwin-Williams	$40,335	$19.39	47
   14	Michael Foods	$40,207	$19.33
   15	Urban One	$39,881	$19.17
   16	Ventura Foods	$39,296	$18.89
   17	Reser's Fine Foods	$38,224	$18.38	2
   18	Oldcastle Infrastructure	$38,209	$18.37	30
   19	International Paper	$38,050	$18.29
   20	Kroger	$37,924	$18.23

4. Writing a mixer job description

   A good mixer job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a mixer job description:

   Mixer job description example

   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
   The employee will be responsible for the following duties within the Production Department:
   
   Committed to producing safe, quality food Performs the duties of batch mixing. Pre-mix of dry ingredients Paperwork - record batch size and ingredients, start/finish times, and batch numbers for batches. Records all adjustments made to all batches Responsible for minor repairs and adjustments and all change-over tasks Maintain processing area to be clutter free; mop and squeegee area as appropriate; follow company good manufacturing procedures (GMP's) guidelines Collect Certificates of Analysis (COA's) and submit to lab. Understand and perform all quality processes as necessary.Perform duties and responsibilities of Process Operator when assigned The employee shall follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).Ensure actions are consistent with and support plant safety goals and procedures.Know and perform all sanitation requirements of processing and production; following correct procedures, sanitation processes and safe use of chemicals. The employee shall refer to Sanitation Policy, Six Steps to Sanitation-Appendix A, and Fork Lift cleaning procedure.Will perform duties as assigned by Supervisor or Team Leader.
   
   High school diploma or equivalent required.
   
   Our Benefits:
   
   We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
   Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance Wealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences Balance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)
   
   Our Company:
   
   Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that's passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye , Marie Callender's , Banquet , Healthy Choice , Slim Jim , Reddi-wip , and Vlasic , and emerging brands, including Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP , Duke's , Earth Balance , Gardein , and Frontera .
   We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit www.conagrabrands.com.
   
   Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law.

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5. Post your job

   To find 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 mixers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level 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 mixer job on Zippia to find and recruit mixer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with mixer candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of 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.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new mixer

   Once you've found the mixer candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new mixer first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. 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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