Industrial Cook

Ferrara • Bellwood, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Cook is responsible for operating and maintaining computerized cooking kettles that manufacture starch gelatin products.

Requirements

• Basic mathematical skills
• Basic understanding of equipment capabilities, standards and proper set points
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to understand detailed written and/or oral instructions
• Promote teamwork; possess a good attitude, and exhibit flexibility and willingness to perform tasks as needed
• Ability to solve problems by adjusting variables in standardized situations
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 1 year experience batch making and/or work as a cook in food manufacturing strongly preferred
• Ability to pass certification test on pallet jack and fork lift

Responsibilities

• Check production schedule to determine variety and quantity of products to cook
• Lead machine set up and changeover for production runs
• Follow work instructions, standards and SOP’s for equipment set up and changeover
• Identify and resolve issues during set up and changeover
• Identify ingredients and equipment needed for each production run; set product information into touch screen panel, including but not limited to raw materials, pumps, gauges, valves and temperatures
• Feed cooker with raw materials including but not limited to starch, liquid colored flavors, sugar, corn syrup and gelatin; cook mixed products
• Conduct adjustments to controls to regulate temperature, amount of raw materials and other variables to ensure product quality exceeds established standards
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues with equipment at the entry maintenance mechanic level
• Follow escalation protocol in a timely manner when troubleshooting efforts fail
• Work closely with maintenance when escalation to maintenance support is needed for a mechanical issue
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, GMP and safety standards

Benefits

• health insurance
• dental insurance
• a 401(k)
• paid time off (PTO)
• annual bonus based on company performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED