Ice Cream Operator (Swing)

TILLAMOOK COUNTY CREAMERY ASSOCIATION•Tillamook, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ice Cream Operator 1 assists with ice cream production, including inspecting product, making mix, operating and monitoring machinery, setting up and tearing down production lines, and palletizing ice cream cartons. The role also involves entering production data, performing sanitation and cleaning procedures, and following ingredient bills of materials and ice cream base instructions. Operators work in a manufacturing environment that may be crowded, noisy, dusty, and subject to extreme temperatures, including freezer conditions as low as -20 degrees. The position requires working with allergens and remaining aware of forklift traffic and other power equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is preferred.
1–3 years of related manufacturing experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education or experience, is preferred.
Knowledge and experience with manufacturing sanitation practices is preferred.
Must be able to communicate effectively, follow instructions, solve practical problems, multitask, prioritize, and work independently.
Must be able to read and comprehend simple, short documented instructions and memos.
Must be able to perform basic arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and compute rates, ratios, and percentages from instructions.
Must have basic computer literacy, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook, and be able to enter information into a specialized database.
Must be able to work in freezer conditions as low as -20 degrees and work with allergens such as nuts, eggs, and milk.
Must be able to work various rotating shifts, including weekends.
Pre-work physical exam is required.
Physical requirements include sitting; standing and/or walking; lifting up to 60 pounds; and vision and hearing sufficient for machine or computer operations.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
1–3 years of related manufacturing experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education or experience.
Knowledge and experience with manufacturing sanitation practices.
ERP systems knowledge such as NAV.

Responsibilities

Assist with ice cream production, including product inspection and mix making.
Operate and monitor HACCP metal detection and pasteurization machinery.
Set up and tear down production lines and palletize ice cream cartons.
Perform NAV and Wonderware data entry.
Perform Master Sanitation duties, including cleaning, CIP, and sanitizing procedures.
Follow flavor ingredient Bills of Materials and flavor ice cream base instructions.
Perform other duties as needed.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors.
Communicate effectively and follow instructions.
Multitask, prioritize work, and work independently as needed.