Machine Operator

CLASEN QUALITY CHOCOLATE • Milton, WI

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Clasen Quality Chocolate (CQC) is a world-class manufacturer of chocolate and innovative coatings, recently awarded the Top Workplaces Award and the Benefits Award. CQC has been growing double digits annually due to its flexibility, commitment, respect, and integrity. We are looking for quality individuals to join our team. Working for a family-owned company provides the opportunity to wear many different hats, make a difference every day, and have fun. We are committed to being an Employer of Choice in Southern Wisconsin and offering our employees a variety of traditional and unconventional benefits. We are currently accepting applications for a Machine Operator / Junior Technician in our new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Milton, WI.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3 years of complex industrial experience (machine operation, troubleshooting, multi-tasking, etc.)
• Lift 55 pounds on a continual basis
• Stand and walk for entire shift
• Speak, write and read in English
• Perform math at an intermediate level (multiplication, division, fractions, etc.)
• Work at heights above 10 feet and in extreme heat and cold
• Work with allergens, such as soy, milk, etc.
• Positive, can-do attitude and flexibility to perform a variety of tasks
• Multi-tasking, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrate range-of-motion, strength, and physical stamina needed to safely perform the job in fast-paced work environment.
• Remain alert to safety hazards, maintain attention to stay on task, manage time effectively, and work independently and in a team to complete assigned tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Food manufacturing experience would be helpful, but not required
• Previous experience lifting 55 lbs. is preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, SOLOCHAIN, Microsoft Navision, Plant Control Systems, and/or Label Management would be helpful

Responsibilities

• Read and understand coating recipes, produce bulk and finished coating in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) procedures, and safety procedures.
• Display competency in material handling.
• Mix ingredients by reading recipes and adding them to the mixer or bulk tank by hand and using the plant control system (PCS).
• Collect and test samples of product in various stages of the production process.
• Add necessary ingredients to the conches and melt ingredients for production orders.
• Prepare and operate the pre-refiner, refiners, and conches to achieve desired fineness and viscosity.
• Operate all packaging equipment to ensure product meets customer standards and complete all required paperwork and checks.
• Move ingredients in and out of racking, utilizing the inventory management system, to achieve proper first to expire, first out (FEFO) / product rotation procedures.
• Load and unload inbound/outbound trailers, completing the necessary inspection forms.
• Receive, inspect, sample, tag, and route all incoming materials.
• Pick, pack, load, and ready orders for shipping.
• Utilize correct cleaning procedures to complete production and non-production cleaning responsibilities.
• Set up, tear down, and clean tanks, pipes, pumps, and plates.
• Train and certify in all eight areas noted above within the designated timeframes.
• Inspect product for color, shape, and size issues on finished products.
• Read and interpret production and distribution schedules.
• Assist the maintenance team with troubleshooting when necessary.
• Understand and display competency in using the plant control system (PCS) and human machine interfaces (HMI).
• Complete paperwork and log production information accurately (labor reports, recipe weight, waste sheets, Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) sheets, etc.).
• Operate forklift and other material handling equipment, and drive personal vehicle for work.
• Attend team, safety, and quality meetings, complete the necessary training / certification required by supervision, and train others as needed.
• Perform all tasks assigned by the supervisor, while following all company, safety, and quality policies and procedures.
• Cover for other employees while on break/lunch.
• Maintain regular attendance at work, and work overtime as needed.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus ($2,000 after introductory period)
• Bonus Potential – Perfect Attendance ($300+ quarterly) & Year-End (5%+)
• Double Time Pay
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (Low deductible and copays, LASIK reimbursement, adult orthodontics)
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Match – up to 5%
• Paid Vacation, Personal and Volunteer days plus 11 holidays
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Wellness: Free fruit, insurance discounts, gym and run/walk/bike event reimbursement, free wellness checks
• Scholarships – Employee, spouse, and children
• Summer Camp Reimbursement – children of employees
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events
• Free chocolate and coating!

What This Job Offers

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