Dryer Operator - Night Shift

Fresh Express • Salinas, CA

45d

About The Position

The Dryer Operator transports products from trim lines into dryers and from dryers into hoppers via barrels and totes.

Requirements

• Must be able to continuously lift/push/pull barrels of product with assistance from a hydraulic hoist for certain process steps.
• Physical requirements: must be able to stand for the duration of the shift (8 hours or more), perform repetitive motions throughout shift such as push/pull/lift, bending continuously throughout the shift.
• Must be able to work 6 consecutive days, overtime and weekends if necessary.
• Must be able to climb stairs or step up onto a platform several times throughout the shift.
• Must be able to count.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instruction.
• Must be able to read and write.
• Must pass physical strength test that measures physical strength ability and be able to follow all safety guidelines and procedures.
• Must adhere to GMP's and PPE's as required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a similar temperature/strenuous work environment preferred.
• Receptive to training and have the ability to learn new procedures
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Responsibilities

• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Compliance to SOP's, GMPs, Housekeeping, Safety, and all other FE policies.
• Obtains empty barrels and positions them under the appropriate trim line to prevent barrel overflow and product spill.
• Ensure barrels are filled properly to guarantee maximum drying efficiency per product specifications.
• Operates dryer apparatus including, but not limited to barrels, dollies, hoists, dryers and hoppers.
• Follows proper blending procedures in accordance to Quality blend ratios in Hopper area (this includes any Deviated blending and other proper blending of product).
• Ensures the proper product dries correctly and is then added to the correct hopper per the production schedule.
• Modifies machine settings as needed based on product specifications.
• Follows checklists and processes to ensure proper startup of equipment.
• Keeps area clean at all times.
• Employees may be assigned to perform other tasks such as packing, palletizing, trimming, inserting master packs, housekeeping, rework, general labor activities, etc. on a temporary basis.
• Responsible for actively supporting the other members of the employee's work team including assisting with cross-training, new-hire/buddy assignments, and process support during breaks, meal periods, and other staff coverage as needed.
• Be able to participate in process improvement projects.
• Report any equipment malfunction or unsafe condition to the floor coordinator or supervisor immediately.
• Able to work in different lines such as clam lines, ASL line and main lines in both salad and healthy snacking.
• Follow all safety guidelines and SOP's at all the time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees