Flavor Operator - 2nd shift
Job Summary
The Flavor Operator, under general supervision, is responsible for the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of appropriate seasoning coverage on product. This includes monitoring and replenishing seasoning and/or toppings on overhead to ensure proper seasoning coverage, planning ahead for product/seasoning changeovers, and maintaining clean equipment and work areas in accordance with allergen programs.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and replenish seasoning and/or toppings on overhead to ensure proper seasoning coverage on product.
- Plan ahead for product/seasoning changeovers to efficiently switch between product items.
- Keep tumblers/scales and work areas clean; wipe down equipment according to allergen program requirements.
- Prepare tumblers/machines for re-work of product.
- Immediately report any equipment problems to the maintenance team.
- If qualified, operate machinery as necessary.
- Practice and adhere to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping and personal protection.
- Store supplies in designated areas.
- Keep work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstruction; remove trash from work area floor.
- Follow instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes, and weights; identify/report issues with equipment; report all job-related injuries to supervision.
- Work with QA to ensure product is in specification.
- Participate in sensory testing.
- Mandatory overtime may be required.
- Perform other duties as required.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment required.
Physical Requirements
- Sitting: Seldom
- Standing: Continuously
- Walking: Frequently
- Driving: Occasionally
- Using hands: Continuously
- Climbing: Occasionally
- Stooping, Kneeling: Frequently
- Talking, Hearing: Continuously
- Tasting, Smelling: Frequently
- Floor to Waist Lift: Frequently
- Waist to Eye Lift: Frequently
- Two Handed Carry: Frequently
- One Handed Carry: Seldom
- Pushing: Frequently
- Pulling: Frequently
- Overhead Work Standing: Frequently
- Low Work Standing: Occasionally
- Kneeling: Frequently
- Low Work Sitting: Seldom
- Squat: Frequently
- Repetitive Squatting: Frequently
- Repetitive Twisting Standing: Frequently
- Repetitive Twisting Sitting: Frequently
- Balance on Level Surfaces: Continuously
- Balance on Uneven Surfaces: Continuously
- Balance on Beam/Scaffold: Frequently
- Hand Dexterity: Continuously
- Finger Dexterity: Continuously
- Weight Up to 10 lbs.: Continuously
- Up to 25 lbs.: Frequently
- Up to 50 lbs.: Occasionally
- Up to 100 lbs.: Seldom/Never
- More than 100 lbs.: Seldom/Never
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Pay
Base rate: $17.65/hour. 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.
Benefits
Competitive health, dental, 401k, and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.
Schedule
2nd Shift hours. Starting times and hours may vary depending on coverage due to report-offs and the production schedule, especially during holidays.