Operator - Batter Process - Shift 3

Rich Products Corporation•Brunswick, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operator - Batter Process helps process or package frozen food products on production lines at Rich’s Brunswick facility. The role operates batter machines, breaders, and conveyors to coat raw materials with the correct ingredients and meet quality specifications and production needs. The operator sets up equipment, prepares the appropriate batter, verifies ingredients and product specifications, monitors coating and process levels, and records required production and quality information. The position also supports equipment maintenance, sanitation, waste disposal, and the setup and operation of other processing equipment as requested.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
1 to 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to follow directions.
Punctual and reliable work attendance.
Ability to adhere to safety and quality policies and practices.
Ability to work as a team player.
Ability to perform basic math functions.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Set up assigned equipment and ensure it is ready to run properly.
Assist maintenance mechanics with preventive maintenance during non-production periods, report operational problems or suspected maintenance needs, and perform tasks such as greasing bearings when requested.
Know and follow the specifications for the product being run on the line.
Prepare batter machines with the correct batter for the product.
Verify that the correct ingredients are brought to the line and notify the Forklift Driver if incorrect ingredients need to be removed and replaced.
Unstack, open, and empty bags of breader or batter mix into machinery in accordance with Quality Control procedures.
Periodically check batter machines and breaders to ensure levels are correct and products are properly coated; promptly notify the Production Team Leader or Group Leader of problems and work with the QA Auditor and Group Leader to correct them.
Sweep food debris, collect it with a dustpan, and place it in the proper waste container.
Push trash carts or carry tubs of waste materials to the proper disposal area.
Use a low-pressure water hose to wash remaining food debris toward the drain in accordance with plant wastewater and sanitation policies.
Complete paperwork required for quality and production records.
Monitor critical control points, take and record measurements, and respond to them to keep the process within designed parameters.
Assist with setup and operation of other processing equipment as requested by the Team Leader or Group Leader.
Perform work safely, efficiently, with attention to quality and cost, and cooperatively with the Team Leader and coworkers.