PANNING UTILITY OPERATOR - 1st Shift - Full-time

divdivpbr/pp id="isPasted"strongPanning Utility Operatornbsp;/strong/ppnbsp;/ppstrongPurpose of the Position/strong/ppThis position is responsible for supporting and backing up operators in the panning process in accordance with operational manuals and quality criteria.nbsp;/ppnbsp;/ppstrongResponsibilities amp; Essential Functions/strong/pulliProduces the required quantity of batched recipes within established specifications and tolerances and according to production plan.nbsp;/liliInspects dry ingredient materials and other raw materials, as well as in process materials as necessary ensuring compliance with function, quality, and recipe specifications./liliMaintains logs and records of units produced including a record of errors resulting in rejected/discarded materials./liliPerform pre-operational equipment, preventative maintenance tasks, and process inspections./liliPerform quality and sanitation functions per Quality Program and Master Sanitation Schedule./liliReport maintenance and quality opportunities with shift supervisors and/or managers./liliInterface with plant ERP system to assure inventory control, lot traceability, and tracking./liliMaintains a clean, safe, orderly work area./li/ulpstrongnbsp;/strong/ppstrongPanning Utility Operator Specific Tasks amp; Responsibilities/strong/pulliResponsible for bringing out clean trays for usage/liliAccurately place product on trays amp; manually level out product evenly and consistently/liliPlace tray on overhead trolley system amp; once filled push trolley into the freezer/liliResponsible for housekeeping of the panning machine(s), and plant area. (e.g., sweeping, removing trash, cleaning the machine at the end of the shift, preparing for next shift#39;s production)./liliFinalize any paperwork during shift in an accurate, clear, and concise manner.nbsp;/liliUtilize ERP System for moving in-process materials and products into and out of inventory./liliFollow all quality guidelines, Master Sanitation Schedules, and maintain a food-safe, sanitary environment./liliSupport other lines, as necessary./liliDispose of waste materialsnbsp;and other items as required./liliOperate forklift as necessary./liliSupport other process functions as necessary during the day to maximize efficiency of plant./li/ulpstrongOther/strongnbsp;/pulliExecute the North Freeze Dry Vision, Mission, and Values (VMVrsquo;s) at all times.  nbsp;/liliPromote a positive, proactive environment where input from team members is valued and encouraged. nbsp;/liliProvide back-up support for other roles, as necessary. nbsp;/liliAvailable for overtime on a scheduled or call-in/call-back basis, as necessary.  nbsp;/liliOther duties as assigned by the manager/supervisor. nbsp;/li/ulpnbsp;/ppstrongnbsp;/strong/ppstrongQualifications/strong/ppThe ideal candidate will possess the following:/pulliHigh School diploma or equivalent./lili(6) months working experience in a manufacturing/production facility preferred./liliAbility to follow proper food safety, quality and workplace safety procedures and requirements./liliDemonstrated ability to follow oral and written instruction.nbsp;/liliAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a team environment.nbsp;/liliAbility to lift to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods of time./liliForklift certification preferred, or willing to obtain./liliWork well in a team environment./liliMechanically inclined, drive yourself to continually grow and develop your role.nbsp;/liliAbility to adapt and accommodate change./li/ulpstrongnbsp;/strong/pp id="isPasted"North Freeze Dry offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:nbsp;/pulliMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance including employees, child(ren), spouse and family coverage./liliAncillary benefits include Life Insurance, Accidental Death amp; Dismemberment (ADamp;D), Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage./lili401(K) Program available with a company match up to 4%./liliPaid Time Off accruing on your first day and Paid Personal Days./lili7 Company Paid Holidays.nbsp;/li/ulpstrongWork Environment amp; Physical Demands/strong/ppThe work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions./ppnbsp;/ppThis job operates within a plant manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job inside the plant, the employee is frequently exposed to normal working conditions for a food manufacturing plant with a noise level that is moderate to loud noise. The role routinely uses machinery equipment, forklifts, computers, as well as laboratory instrumentation and equipment.nbsp;/ppnbsp;/ppWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee may be required to stand for extended periods of time as well as use hands or fingers to reach or handle, and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee will frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. All vision abilities are required to encompass close-up work. On occasion, employees must be able to tolerate and endure extended seasonal hours and maintain alertness to meet deadlines./ppnbsp;/ppWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to machinery and moving parts, airborne particles including grain dust and hazardous materials or fumes, which may require the use of PPE. The employee may be exposed to adverse weather conditions, extreme temperature changes in the plant from normal temperatures to negative temperatures, extended seasonal hours, high precarious places, and confined spaces. The noise level in some of the work environments may require the use of hearing protection./ppnbsp;/ppstrongAbout the Company/strong/ppNorth Freeze Dry, LLC headquartered in Fargo, ND, is a U.S.-based co-manufacturer that produces freeze-dried companion animal food and treats. The Companyrsquo;s freeze-drying facility in Little Falls, MN is one of the industryrsquo;s largest and most fully integrated freeze-drying co-manufacturing facilities. North Freeze Dry, LLC is a joint venture between Anchor Ingredients Co., LLC, a leading supplier of premium ingredients for the food and pet food industries, and Barrett Petfood Innovations, a rapidly expanding co-manufacturer of premium pet foods.nbsp;/ppnbsp;/ppstrongDisclaimer/strong/ppThis job description is not a complete description of responsibility, but reflects the general qualifications, duties and/or responsibilities necessary to perform this position. All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to successfully pass a background check. North Freeze Dry reserves the right to revise the job description as circumstances warrant. nbsp;North Freeze Dry. is an at-will employer, which means that either the employee or the company may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause. nbsp;We are an equal opportunity employer./ppbr/p/div/div