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Job Description

General Purpose:

Operates the Retorts and all related functions.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Ensures all systems i.e. pumps, power, charts, steam, retorts, etc., are functioning correctly prior to startup.

+ Monitors all charts, meters, gauges, thermometers, chlorine, ozone checks, and related equipment during processing.

+ Aids Retort Assistant when necessary.

+ Follows the Filed Operating Process at all times.

+ Isolates product when a deviation or hold from Filed Operating Process occurs, and informs management and QC.

+ Manipulates retorting systems manually, such as valves, when automatic systems fail.

+ Monitors temperature of Hydrocooler pasteurizer, clears jars from Hydrocooler exit and surge table during hot fill production.

+ Reports maintenance issues as they occur and submits work orders when necessary.

+ Notifies Supervisor of any mechanical or process malfunctions as they occur.

+ Maintains control and segregation of product with deviations and holds.

+ Sanitizes loaders/unloaders, conveyor systems, floors, etc., during changeovers.

+ Runs water ballasts in the retorts during hot fill production to ensure that retort issues are caught before product processing begins.

+ Monitors Cooling Tower pumps

+ Operates loaders, unloaders, and shuttle car functions when necessary.

+ Utilize scanners or thin client units to make SAP transaction for the purpose of maintain accurate inventory levels and ensuring reliable product traceability.

+ Assist Maintenance personnel when a Retort is down by performing test runs with water ballasts to ensure Retort is back on line as soon as possible.

+ Follows all DFA Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate, regulatory quality, and sanitation requirements.

+ Performs items on Master Sanitation lists when production is not running and when running Hot Fill.

+ Handles cleaning chemicals in a safe manner utilizing safety equipment such as gloves, eyewear, etc.

+ Maintain safe environment and perform other duties in a safe manner at all times.

+ Assist in training new operator.

+ Ability to function in a team based structure and positively contribute to team based efforts.

+ Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Shift Hours - 12:30PM - 8:30PM - MONDAY - FRIDAYS / SATURDAYS POSSIBLE BASED ON DEMAND

Starting Pay - $18.50 / Increase to $22.97 @ 90 Days

Requirements

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

+ High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

+ Basic computer skills

+ Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

+ Ability to compute rate, ratio and percentage.

+ Perform necessary routine cleaning and preventive maintenance

+ Knowledge with machines, tools, equipment and Lock Out/Tag Out.

+ Effective Communication - Verbal & Written