Freezer Operator (2nd Shift)

The Original Cakerie•Aurora, CO

About The Position

Dessert Holdings is hiring a Freezer Operator for the second shift. The position handles work-in-process (WIP) product in a freezer, including counting, storing, tracking, staging, and conducting inventory cycle counts. The operator follows standard operating procedures and quality and safety practices while maintaining a clean work area and completing shift logs. The work takes place in a freezer and manufacturing environment with strict safety rules. The role involves extended standing, repetitive motions, lifting, and keeping visual focus on a conveyor belt. Employees must be willing to work a flexible schedule and overtime, including weekends if necessary.

Requirements

Have reliable transportation.
Be able to work a flexible schedule and overtime, including weekends if necessary.
Be able to read and write in either English or Spanish.
Be able to work in a fast-paced, team environment.
Be able to work in a freezer and manufacturing environment with strict work and safety rules.
Be able to stand for at least ten hours per day and perform varied repetitive motions.
Be able to use hands and fingers to handle objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
Be able to stoop, kneel, or bend.
Be able to lift up to 50 pounds and ask for assistance if that limit is exceeded.
Be able to keep eyes focused on a conveyor belt for up to five hours at a time.
Be able to work in an environment with food allergens.

Responsibilities

Count work-in-process product from production and place it in the WIP freezer.
Ensure product is covered, properly stored, and tracked by quantity and location.
Conduct daily cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory.
Stage WIP product for operations.
Track quantities and product moving into and out of the WIP freezer.
Perform quality control by preventing damaged product from entering the freezer and ensuring product is properly stored.
Operate according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Use pallet jacks safely.
Complete shift logs documenting product moving into and out of the WIP freezer.
Clean and maintain the work area.
Turn off and lock out equipment when it is not in use.
Understand quality systems and follow practices that support workplace safety and safe, high-quality product, including familiarity with SQF, HACCP, and GMP practices.