Tanker Bay-2nd shift

Michael Foods Inc.•Upper Mahantongo Township, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food. Michael Foods, Inc. located in Klingerstown, Pennyslvania known for their ice cream socials at Klingerstown Lutheran Parish, fishing rodeo, and fireman's parade.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Certification
Driver’s license
Approximately 1 year of experience in the Breaking Department, with cross-training in the Tanker Bay area under close supervision.
Knowledge of production flow, mixing, USDA and Company standards, and the CIP system, along with the Tanker Bay area.
Strong mechanical ability.
Proficient reading and writing skills, with the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work well with others and have good communication skills.
Follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Safety Regulations, and wears the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the area.
Ability to work in a wet environment with changing temperatures, both indoors and outdoors.
Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs.
Follows Lockout/Tagout and Confined Space Entry procedures.
Ability to climb onto tankers using a safety harness.
Ability to work safely with chemicals.
Ability to obtain Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) certification.
An equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties.
Ability to operate specific equipment or tools.

Responsibilities

Transfer all edible liquid egg meeting USDA and Company specifications for final distribution.
Monitor and document all tanks and tankers, ensuring all vessels are cleaned and sanitized.
Cross-train in the duties and responsibilities of the inedible tanker bay, ensuring proper removal of shells and inedible product.
Follow proper procedures and keep accurate checks and records.
Follow all company and USDA standards and ensure all tankers and vessels are monitored and documented to meet those standards.
Comply with Safety work rules at all times and reinforce Safety as a Core Value.
Ensure that all policies, procedures, and activities related to Food Safety and Quality are followed and complied with uniformly, in an effort to reduce product and process variability.
Coordinate with USDA all tanker cleaning and transfers of liquid egg for shipment.
Check the paperwork accompanying the tanker.
Document on the Tanker Receiving Log the date the product is received, the product being received, whether the product is raw or pasteurized, the USDA Certificate number, the person receiving the load, the company the load is received from, and the total number of pounds received.
Document and inspect the physical condition of the incoming tanker for cleanliness, temperature, and smell, and take corrective action as needed.
Take a sample to the lab for testing.
Control the flow of egg via the computer panel and associated flow boards and piping in the old and new silo areas.
Set up transfers by hooking a sanitized unloading hose to the tail end of the tanker and unloading the product to the proper silo or tank.
Ensure empty tanks and tankers are cleaned by the Clean In Place (CIP) system.
Communicate with the Cooked Department regarding all edible egg transfers.
Mix liquid egg product with ingredients.
Assist in coordinating tanker shipments.
Control the bulk receiving of chemicals.
Ensure general good housekeeping in the area.
Control the flow of inedible egg product to the inedible tanker bay.
Assist in other areas as needed, including working in the mixing room as needed.
Monitor augers and machinery in the shell room, ensuring they are working properly.
Monitor all chemical pumps, ensuring they are filled and working properly.
Ensure general good housekeeping for the area, clean transfer room floors and machinery, and empty bad egg barrels.
Clean tankers.
Complete data entry and required paperwork for the position.
Fill in all positions in the transfer room as needed.
Adhere to safe work practices consistent with a VPP Star worksite, follow GMP and HACCP guidelines, maintain sanitary conditions, and ensure that product quality is maintained to meet SQF Level 3 certification.
Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality, or personnel safety.
Perform other duties as assigned.