Operator III - Icing Mixer, 1st Shift

Icing Mixer

Manufactures various cake icing and filling products in accordance with designated specifications; performs job tasks of a repetitive lifting nature in accordance with product type and production requirements; conforms to Good Manufacturing and Safety practices as outlined by company policy.

• Inspects mixing equipment for cleanliness or possible damage during set-up and reports deficiencies to supervisor.
• Reviews daily ingredient requirements against standard requirements and notifies supervisor of discrepancies.
• Reviews icing inventory for daily use. Update inventory daily.
• Scales ingredients in accordance with pre-determined formulas and procedures; calculates batch requirements and batch size adjustments as directed by supervisor.
• Operates various mixing and metering equipment in accordance with pre-determined procedures.
• Maintains records of batches produced as well as ingredient lot numbers, temperatures, and specific gravities.
• Enters all required information into the warehouse management system (WMS)
• Follows Good Manufacturing Practices by adhering to company policy and keeping work areas and equipment neat and clean on an ongoing basis.
• Maintain continuous communication with line lead to ensure proper icing supply to the line
• Responsibility to work and act safely in accordance with all policies
• Responsibility to report safety hazards to people or product and comply with all Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Ensure products meet the requirements of the SQF Food Safety Code by reporting to a leader, supervisor, or manager any instances or conditions that would negatively affect the products quality, food safety, or regulatory requirements.
• Back up for this position is other Icing Mixers and Production Lead.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrates manual dexterity
• Ability to perform repetitive motions on a regular basis
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment using both hands, frequent bending/stooping with occasional walking and lifting/moving up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for a full shift
• Must be able to push and pull wheeled bowls in excess of 750lbs
• Must be able to work over 40 hours per week and 8 hours per day- ability to work overtime is required
• Basic Math skills
• Must be able to read and write English
• Basic computer skills and ability to operate scanner gun
• Must be able to tolerate potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish.
• Train and coach new and existing employees