Operator - Batter Process - Shift 2

Rich Products Corporation•Brunswick, GA

17h

About The Position

The Operator - Batter Process accomplishes the processing or packaging of frozen food products made on production lines at the Brunswick facility. The role performs tasks involved in operating and setting up batter machines, breaders, conveyors, and other processing equipment to coat raw materials with the correct ingredients and meet quality specifications and production needs. The operator contributes to company profitability by working safely, efficiently, with attention to quality and cost, and cooperatively with the Team Leader and coworkers. The position builds on processing knowledge learned in a previous role. It involves preparing equipment and batter, ensuring the correct ingredients are at the line, monitoring coating and process controls, keeping required records, cleaning work areas, and assisting with equipment maintenance and setup 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 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 understand the parts, their functions, and applications so the equipment operates 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 as requested.
Know and follow the specifications for the product being run on the line.
Prepare batter machines with the correct batter for each product.
Ensure the correct ingredients are brought to the line and notify the Forklift Driver if ingredients need to be removed or replaced.
Unstack, open, and empty bags of breader or batter mix into machinery according to Quality Control procedures.
Periodically check batter machines and breaders to confirm levels are correct and product is properly coated; promptly report 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 down 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 ensure the process remains within designed parameters.
Assist with setup and operation of other processing equipment as requested by the Team Leader or Group Leader.