Salty Processing Operator 3rd Shift (11pm 7am)

Job description

Job Description JOB DESCRIPTION

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love.

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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.

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JOB TITLE: Salty Processing Operator
JOB TYPE: Intermediate Level General Labor 
LOCATION: Hanover, Pennsylvania 

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
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 
• 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.

PHYSCIAL 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
Vison (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
Up to 25 lbs.: Continuously
Up to 50 lbs.: Frequently 
Up to 100 lbs.: Seldom/Never (must be with assistance)
More than 100 lbs.: Seldom/Occasionally (must be with assistance) 

WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.

The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.

The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
The starting rate for this full-time, hourly position is $22.50

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

Total pay may include other forms of compensation.

In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.

Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

Required Skill Profession

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