Laminator Operator for Food Manufacturer 2nd Shift- Experience Required

Meiji America•Santa Ana, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary function of a Laminator Operator is to operate the laminator machine in a safe, efficient manner to ensure all product specifications are met. The Laminator must have baking knowledge. The Laminator must have experience with dough and laminator/sheeting machinery. The Laminator will need to know how dough should feel and perform through a sheeter laminator.

Requirements

Some manufacturing experience in a food plant helpful.
Must be trained in LOTO procedure.
High School or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Works well with others, fostering a team atmosphere.
Maintains a clean, safe work area always. Practicing Clean As you go methods.
Comply with all GMP requirements.
Ensure all paperwork is completed on time and information is accurately recorded.
Ensure the weights are accurate before sending product into the ovens.
Interacts with Mixer to check consistency of dough before Mixer brings dough to the line.
Full knowledge of laminator equipment and product specifications to make necessary adjustments to keep line running efficiently.
Monitor dough level using sound judgement by monitor controls to make sure it has the correct amount of always stretch in the dough.
Monitor thickness of dough, using sound judgement before dough enters the dimple roller to ensure proper thickens.
Monitor dough coming out from print screen area to ensure image is clear and correctly positioned. Adjusting print screen ink levels as necessary to keep the proper amounts of ink on the screen.
Frequently checks specifications of product to ensure good product by taking periodic samples to weigh and check for quality
Ensures only quality product is entering the oven such as raising the cutter and stopping transfer belts until problem is resolved.
Monitors equipment for any maintenance-related item that may affect the efficient production of quality products and takes action to resolve problem. Reports any operational issues to supervision.
Monitors the laminator equipment and the procedure for safety and reports any issues to the supervisor.
Operate assigned line with constant attention to quality of product, scrap reduction and minimal downtime.
Develop ways to eliminate scrap such as dough falling off conveyors and dough peeling around gauge rolls.
Required to take apart and clean and/or reassemble equipment for changeovers.
Able to properly submit work orders as needed.
Assist or oversee the training of new employees when needed.
Assist with changeovers, machine setup and cleaning.
Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
Ability to read and record written specifications of product.
Ability to work independently, or on a team of different sections of the laminator.
Notify Supervision of any issues.
Must adhere/comply with all Company policies, procedures, and practices.
All other duties as assigned.