Peeler Machine Operator- 3rd Shift
About The Position
Tim’s Cascade Snacks, a subsidiary of UTZ Quality Foods, is growing and looking for motivated, dependable team members who want to build a career in manufacturing. We are currently recruiting for a Peeler Machine Operator to work Third Shift at our facility in Algona, WA. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, take pride in quality, and want to be part of a team that produces great-tasting snacks, this could be the opportunity for you. As a Peeler Operator, you will be responsible for operating controls to manage the flow of raw product from the peeler to conveyor belts, as well as trimming and cutting potatoes and removing unacceptable product. This position also assists in the fry room as needed. This position works on 3rd Shift, Monday–Friday, 10:30 PM – 6:15 AM, with some Saturdays as needed.
Requirements
- Experience working in a food manufacturing or food processing environment preferred.
- Mechanical aptitude or prior experience working with equipment/machinery preferred.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment under pressure.
- Ability to work in warm and/or hot environments for extended periods of time.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to repetitively lift up to 50 pounds.
- Basic computer and communication skills.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a food manufacturing or food processing environment preferred.
- Mechanical aptitude or prior experience working with equipment/machinery preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operate peeler machine and conveyors to maintain consistent product flow.
- Monitor potato slicer to ensure quality standards are met.
- Trim and cut potatoes and discard defective product.
- Run water filtration system as needed.
- Monitor the wastewater pump.
- Change water in hydro lift daily.
- Keep workstation clean and organized.
- Assist fry room operator with changing and cleaning slicer heads and maintaining fry room cleanliness.
- Follow key shutdown procedures when there is a problem in the fry room.
- Monitor auto-stir fryer during lunch periods.
- Notify Supervisor or Team Lead of any issues.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, additional life Insurance
- Free virtual medical care
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with match
- Six Paid Holidays per calendar year
- Paid Time Off (Vacation and FLEX PTO on an accrual rate)
- Paid Sick Leave in accordance with WA state law
- Competitive parental leave plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
