Machine Operator US - Full-time

Processing

2nd shift; 3pm-11pm

$17.50-$22.00

Duties:

•  Responsible for complying with the food safety, food security, Quality, GMP's, HAACP, Allergen and Sensitizer as well as other regulations required.
• Attend all operations and activities of cook tanks, RV filter and Plate & Frame filters.
• Will be certified in the operations of all processing machinery in his or her area of responsibility. 
• Responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of the product run on lines based on specifications.
• Responsible for duplicating and communicating all safety and good manufacturing practices in accordance with company policies as well as all other company policies.
• Set up hoses and pumps to move juice from source (tanks, tankers, etc.) to cook tanks.
• Assure designated lines are used and valves are in correct position, lines, pump, connection have no leaks.
• Pump product through heater, control temperature to a set specific point. 
• Pump product (juice) to specific cook tank at set level.
• Add specific amount of materials to cook tanks, rice hulls, paper and enzyme.
• Document level, temp, ingredients involving each and every cook tank prepared. 
• Must coordinate and control movement of product to cook tanks to filter, de-juicer and/or decanters.
• Must be able to operate both decanters at the same time as overseeing cook tanks.
• Able to start up, shut down and CIP filters, and document all procedures.
• Able to make proper cold room transfer connections.
• Detect equipment problems and report them immediately to supervisor and maintenance.
• Have working knowledge of equipment in department, filter, pasteurizer and concentrator.
• Operate a forklift as needed.
• Must be able to work well with Supervision and all Associates as a team.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures and safety requirements as defined. 

Qualifications:

• Able to read, write and speak English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, team player and an attitude to excel are a must.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to operate machinery.
• Must possess mechanical ability.
• Computer literate with MS Office.
• The associate must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.