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Job Description

The **Utility Operator – Production (Third Shift)** is responsible for maintaining working knowledge and must be able to operate all equipment and perform all roles (i.e. Receiver, Filler Operator, CIP Operator, and Pasteurizer) in the plant production environment.

• Clean, set-up, operate and monitor equipment on the production line.

• Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks.

• Maintain competency related to ingredient mix for pasteurization and batching process.

• Monitor weights, seals, caps, and general packaging of product.

• Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.

• Collect required samples needed for Quality Assurance testing.

• Ensure that the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced.

• Will have working knowledge and experience with wrapper operations; watching for jams and effectively threading wrap to prevent cost downtime due to handler error.

• Perform filler and filler line changeovers in a safe and efficient manner.

• Ensure machine is supplied with correct material needed to run and complete log books as required.

• Complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run.

• Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed.

• Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production.

• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s.

• Analyze process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot.

• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.

• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.

• Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.

• Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.

• Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area. Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

+ High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

+ 18 months relevant experience preferred.

+ Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

+ Experience within the food and beverage industry preferred.

+ Must be able to stand, walk, kneel and bend for virtually the entire shift. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally including overhead.

+ Must be able to work in a wet environment. Some exposure to cleaning chemicals.

+ Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays.

+ Be able to effectively work in a team environment.

+ Effective verbal and written communication skills.

+ Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

+ Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, background and criminal checks).

An Equal Opportunity Employer