Production Associate

Domino's•Edison, NJ

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Associate participates in the complete processing and manufacturing of pizza dough. Associates rotate among positions such as dough maker, dough placer, tray washer, and cross/down stacker during their shift. The role also involves cleaning and sanitizing production equipment and work areas, and may include cross-training in warehouse or sanitation areas. Work takes place in the production room, dough processing area, dough cooler and staging area, and tray wash area. The schedule is a rotating 4x10s, with weekends included: 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM, with five consecutive days off every three weeks. Compensation is $20.00 per hour, paid bi-weekly. The position is located at 1075 King Georges Post Road, Edison, NJ.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work with yeast and flour products.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check.
Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods, climb stairs, lift up to 30 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally, and perform heavy pushing and pulling of product.
Ability to work in refrigerated conditions of 33–38 degrees and in environments with exposure to loud machinery when necessary.

Responsibilities

Determine the correct batch recipe and gather, measure, and mix ingredients.
Ensure dough is delivered into the rounder.
Record batch data and maintain the proofing library.
Achieve and maintain dough certification.
Conduct metal detector checkups and monitor and document dough temperature.
Change dough sizes on the dough divider, metal detector, JLS (dough bot), and ink jet as needed.
Check and record sifter tailings in a timely manner.
Report irregularities to the Supervisor and Manager.
Monitor equipment and make necessary interventions through HMI controls.
Troubleshoot automated equipment when needed, including the stacker, dolly loader, and/or tray buffer.
Monitor dough temperature and conduct metal detector checks.
Organize dough by size inside the dough cooler.
Ensure printing on trays is of good quality.
Load trays onto the conveyor for cleaning.
Monitor tray-washer gauges and settings to ensure water pressure, water temperature, and detergent levels meet company standards; record findings.
Conduct titration and/or chemical testing on tray-washer equipment as needed.
Perform interventions using an HMI as needed.
Clean and sanitize production equipment and work areas.
Rotate among production positions and potentially cross-train in warehouse or sanitation areas.