Mixer

J&J Snack Foods•Rock Island, IL

19h•$16 - $17

About The Position

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Production Supervisor, the Mixer is responsible for producing quality batches of dough for various product lines. The Mixer will ensure that batches are produced timely in order to ensure no interuption or loss of production. The role will operate the mixer unit while adhering to a specified formula. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Determines appropriate consistency of dough and batter textures. Routinely lifts 50 lb. ingredient bags to a height of four feet off the floor. Pushes troughs of dough throughout the shift to respective locations. Operates all mixers and supporting equipment in the processing area as instructed. Extracts the dough from the mixers following the approved method. Follows R&D formulas communicating the amount of the ingredient and mixing speeds. Communicates consistently with other employees and supervisors. Reports any discrepancies from the accepted/normal operating procedure or mechanical difficulties to the appropriate party. Mainntains accurate and legible records of ingredients being used throughout the shift. Maintains a neat and organized work area at all times. Works in other jobs as assigned by Supervisor when required. Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor. COMPETENCIES: To perform this job successfully, the Mixer must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Able to read and write English to ensure compliance with formulas. Able to write legibly. Able to perform basic math. Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school grad or GED preferred but not required.

Requirements

Able to read and write English to ensure compliance with formulas.
Able to write legibly.
Able to perform basic math.
Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change.

Nice To Haves

High school grad or GED preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Determines appropriate consistency of dough and batter textures.
Routinely lifts 50 lb. ingredient bags to a height of four feet off the floor.
Pushes troughs of dough throughout the shift to respective locations.
Operates all mixers and supporting equipment in the processing area as instructed.
Extracts the dough from the mixers following the approved method.
Follows R&D formulas communicating the amount of the ingredient and mixing speeds.
Communicates consistently with other employees and supervisors.
Reports any discrepancies from the accepted/normal operating procedure or mechanical difficulties to the appropriate party.
Mainntains accurate and legible records of ingredients being used throughout the shift.
Maintains a neat and organized work area at all times.
Works in other jobs as assigned by Supervisor when required.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.