Dryer Packager- 2nd shift

Responsibilities

• Maintain overall equipment cleanliness and sanitation of dryer areas.
• Manage daily, weekly, and monthly master sanitation schedules.
• Verify final weights of finished products.
• Ensure proper packaging, sealing, labeling, and stacking of finished products.
• Read and comprehend batch records for solids and recon used and batch sequencing.
• Prepare and perform pre-operational inspections.
• Pull lab samples for production.
• Understand and meet the overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) targets.
• Complete and verify all required documentation at the end of each shift.
• Perform hourly case weight checks and take corrective actions as needed.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and collaborate with maintenance personnel.
• Follow start-up and shutdown procedures.
• Operate dryers, including HPP, airflow, and burner controls.
• Monitor packaging crew for quality and address any deficiencies.
• Read and follow POs and SAP report procedures.
• Operate a moisture analyzer and perform metal detector checks.
• Inspect sifter overflow and report issues.
• Run all three dryers and the SSL tote filling operation.
• Print and verify labels from Labelview.
• Communicate effectively during shift hand-offs.
• Follow SOPs and adhere to safe work practices and GMPs.
• Report any conditions that may affect food safety, quality, or personnel safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Advanced mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with operating dryers and related equipment.
• Strong understanding of OEE targets and production documentation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.