Batter Mix Operator L5 - Grave B

• Understands how to look up QA Specifications for batter.

• Understands product codes and labels on batter tickets and how to use manifest to track inventory.

• Safely opens, handles and hangs batter bags.

• Maintains dry batter hopper and auger levels as needed.

• Assembles/Disassemble batter equipment when needed.

• Communicates problems to appropriate personnel.

• Maintains expected level of sanitation in work area.

• Fills out paperwork as required.

• Must have a good understanding of chemicals and the hazards associated with the processing area.

• Performs assigned duties during cut changes and defrost as required.

• Cleans under and around batter mix areas, and additive areas

• Willing to learn additional Operator roles, in addition to job responsibilities for breaking purposes. Example: Fryer Operator

• Must be able to use computer to enter checks with Military time

• Must be able to operate various tools and equipment, including but not limited to: high pressure hose, flash lights, hot hose, shovels, scrapers, foaming system, brooms, squeegees, telephones, ladders (roll around stairs) , buckets, control panels/terminals , stein cups , stop watches and waste carts.

• Monitor and control the amount of dextrose and salt added to the flume water supply tank to attain target color and salt content in the finished product.

• Monitors and adjust sugar mix tank concentration as required.

• Control starch recovery system in such a manner to maintain quality level and maximize recovery.

• Startup and shutdown of all starch recovery equipment.

• Understands how to look up QA Specifications for item being produced.

• Communicates problems to appropriate personnel.

• Maintains expected level of sanitation in work area.

• Fills out paperwork as required.

• Monitor and maintain starch baume and levels

• Maintain efficiency of starch recovery system.

• Must have a good understanding of chemicals and the hazards associated with the processing area.

• Performs assigned duties during cut changes.

• Follow good housekeeping practices and GMP's.

• Wear required PPE.

• Actively participate in AMD activities; Maintains Centerlines and CIL’s

• Perform any other duties as assigned by a Team Leader

Qualifications & Experience 

• Sanitation qualification is required.  If you are not qualified, you will be trained.

• Employee must be Lock-out/Tag-out qualification is required.  If you are not qualified, you will be trained.

• Forklift Certification is required. If not, employeemust meet requirements to become forklift certified.

• Read, understand, and obey all plant rules and practice safety as outlined in the employee handbook.

• Practice proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques.

• Be knowledgeable of the potential hazards and safety procedures associated with the task being performed.

• Actively practice and abide by all Company work, safety, and personal hygiene rules and regulations as outlined in the employee handbook.

• Must be able to work independently and as a team player, be organized, and plan ahead.

Education 

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

Language Skills 

• Effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing. 
• Ability to understand instructions and follow directions in English.

Work Environment

• The noise level in the work environment can exceed 85 dB.

• Will regularly work near moving mechanical parts. 

• Will frequently be exposed to humid conditions as well as moderate heat.

• May occasionally work around fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and vibration. 

• Will work around forklift traffic.