Mixer (1st shift)

Position Summary

Accurate and safe preparation of dough.

Essential Functions

• Prepares dough for use on production line as directed by line lead or shift supervisor.
• Follow Usage Sheets and verify that correct ingredients are used.
• Prepares coating for use on production line as directed by line lead or shift supervisor.
• Keeps complete, accurate, and timely records of ingredient usage and other records as required.
• Keeps an adequate supply of necessary ingredients on hand.
• Checks to see that the doughmaking equipment is being properly maintained to perform a continuous safe operation.
• Cuts sections from mother dough and deposits into feed hopper.
• Rolls empty dough table to mixer to receive new batch of dough.
• Maintain work area to meet plant sanitation and safety standards.
• Inspects all ingredients used in dough preparation for packaging quality and foreign materials.
• Reports to shift supervisor or line lead any deficiencies which could affect the finished product quality.
• Performs all other related work as assigned.

Competencies

To perform this job successfully, the Mixer must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must be able to work with limited supervision.
• Be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must understand the operations from mixing to recognize problems that can occur and take quick corrective action.
• Must be knowledgeable in GMPs', HACCP, SOP's, sanitation practices, & Product Trace & Recovery pertaining to the food industry.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Up to one month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Travel Requirements

None.