Vinegar Processor Operator

About the role

The Vinegar Processor Operator I must follow all plant safety, Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety rules and regulations. The role is responsible for producing and moving liquid mixes in a safe and sanitary manner utilizing pumps, hoses, piping, etc. to meet production and shipping schedules.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Mizkan America safety policies, OSHA regulations, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and SOP (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Review and follow production schedule / directions to determine type and quantity of vinegar to produce
• Assist with startup, prepare equipment and materials, monitor and shut down each phase of the batch operation
• Make routine field inspections of the tanks, pumps meters, valves, lines and motors to assure that all systems in the process are in working order
• Assist with troubleshooting abnormal conditions and notify appropriate personnel as situation dictates
• Monitor production processes through system, determine problems and adjust to maintain desired operating conditions
• Conduct cleaning procedures inside and outside of tanks and all work areas
• Receive raw materials, test samples, and unload/load liquid bulk shipments
• Complete production reports and certificates of analysis
• Monitor weekly inventories of raw materials and finished product
• Participate in month end cycle counts

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required
• Forklift certification preferred
• 1 year experience within a food processing, bottling, liquid filling/blending and/or consumer goods manufacturing/packing environment preferred
• Ability to use hoist, intoxilyzer, titrator, agitator, spectrophotometer, forklift, and common hand tools
• Basic mathematics skills required
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new job-related software
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy required
• Effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the ability to work in high temperatures (hot or cold), working at heights and exposure to strong smells, dust, gases, fumes and chemical or require personal protective equipment. They will also be able to perform on-call duty on any shift and work overtime on short notice basis.

Physical Requirements

The physical aspects of the job include the ability to see, sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, reach, bend, twist, ascend/ descend. The candidate must also be able to pull, push, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., 50+ lbs. with assistance.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Disability
• Life and AD&D
• 401k With Match
• Profit Sharing
• Health & Flex Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Education Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus

Pay

The compensation range for this role is $17.85 - $22.31 per hour, with bonuses based on plant quarterly results.