Ice Cream Flavor Person, PM, Dairy - Lakeland

Publix•Lakeland, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing all team assignments related to ice cream production, including maintaining housekeeping, calculating and adjusting sauce and ingredient usage, monitoring and transferring mix into flavor tanks, and flavoring mix according to recipes. The role involves using a computerized plant operating system, recording usage on flavor reports, performing sensory evaluations for quality control, and adjusting schedules for production efficiency. Additionally, the Flavor Person will assist filler operators, perform preventative maintenance, and support the department during breaks and lunches. Interaction with staff, associates, and regulatory personnel is also part of the role, along with other assigned duties.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
Must demonstrate excellent work habits in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Must demonstrate safe working habits
Must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds frequently
Must obtain license and operate forklift
Must be able to learn and perform all positions
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
Must have good human relations skills (the ability to work well with others and be a team player)
Must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours
Must have excellent attendance and punctuality
Must have excellent safety work habits
Must be willing to assist other team members in other areas
Must be able to perform steady and productive work for an extended period of time
Must be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision
Must be able to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
Must possess basic math skills
Must be able to communicate effectively
Must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work
Must show a commitment to Publix and our mission

Responsibilities

Performing all team assignments
Maintaining housekeeping
Calculating and adjusting sauce and ingredients usage as needed for production line
Monitoring and transferring mix into flavor tanks using computerized plant operating system
Flavoring mix (according to recipe)
Recording mix and flavoring usages on flavor reports for each line
Performing sensory evaluations on finished product to ensure quality
Adjusting schedule to maintain efficiency of production
Assisting filler operators with monitoring the production line for problems
Performing preventative maintenance on equipment
Assisting department as needed with breaks and lunches
Interacting with staff, associates and regulatory personnel
Other duties as assigned