Salty Processing Operator - C Shift (7:00am - 7:00pm

Salty Processing Operator

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao's Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder's of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

The Salty Processing Operator, under general supervision, is responsible for the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of processing machinery while maintaining continuous flow of product to the packaging lines. Responsibilities include making minor adjustments to the machinery to achieve the correct product, troubleshooting, maintenance of machinery, and record keeping.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Operates the processing equipment to produce product within guidelines established by Quality Assurance and to the highest possible standard of quality.
• Properly mixes ingredients; monitors correct temperature/moisture and adjusts accordingly; monitors product and removes any product that is improperly formed or overlapped.
• Operates and shuts down equipment in the processing area in accordance with established procedures to include change overs and preventative maintenance.
• Communicates and/or escalates quality issues to appropriate team members.
• Reads and understands batch sheets including following recipes and accurate weighing of raw materials.
• Monitors and logs current temperatures, mix times, item numbers, and raw material weights (piece weights of extruded product) and adjusts accordingly.
• Monitors for possible foreign matter.
• Follows sanitation procedures for clean ups and change overs, including chemical handling.
• Tracks and disposes of waste accordingly.
• Moves raw ingredients using material handling equipment including but not limited to forklift and/or pallet jack.
• Always maintains proper raw material levels, unload raw materials trailer, and keeps appropriate personnel updated in raw material needs.
• Maintains inventory usage and proper disposal of cutter blades. Responsible for always securing blades and keeping Urschel Heads running efficiently.
• Tests and receives new oil; treat, filter and test used oil. Maintains the proper level of oil in processing equipment.
• Maintains thorough understanding of heat exchanger system.
• If applicable, monitors correct seasoning coverage amount, adjusts accordingly.
• Practices and adheres to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping/5S and personal protection; keeps work area clean; stores supplies in designated areas; keeps work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstructions; removes trash from work area floor; follows instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes, and weights of objects; identifies/reports defective equipment; reports all job-related injuries to supervision.
• Mandatory overtime may be required.
• May perform other duties as required.

Qualifications for the job:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED is preferred, but not required.

Experience:

1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, but not required.

Physical requirements:

Sitting:
Seldom

Driving:
Seldom/Frequently

Standing:
Continuously

Walking:
Continuously

Using hands:
Continuously

Climbing:
Occasionally

Squatting/Kneeling:
Occasionally

Talking/Hearing:
Continuously

Two Handed Carry:
Frequently

Reaching:
Continuously

Pushing:
Continuously

Pulling:
Continuously

Overhead Work Standing:
Frequently

Ladder Climbing:
Occasionally

Repetitive Twisting Standing:
Frequently

Fine motor Skills/Manipulation:
Continuously

Bending:
Continuously

Vision (Far, Near, Peripheral, and Depth Perception):
Continuously

Follow Directions and Routines:
Frequently

Concentrate, Memorize, and Recall:
Frequently

Analyze Data:
Seldom

Problem Solving:
Frequently

Work Independently with Appropriate Judgment:
Frequently

Read, Write, Comprehend Numbers and Words:
Frequently

Lift/Carry/Push Weight:

Up to 10 lbs.:
Continuously

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