What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Operator I, Dry Blends position at MANE?
GENERAL SCOPE: The Process Operator I, Dry Blends operates the Dry Blend equipment safely and effectively to create powdered flavor batches that meet all health and safety standards. Interacts with Production, Quality, Planning and Purchasing, Sales, and other internal departments as needed. Key competencies: Analytical Skills, Communication and Interpersonal Skills, Mathematical Skills including Weights and Conversions, and Computer Skills.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain strict adherence to equipment SOPs, GMP standards, food & flavor regulations (kosher), and documentation requirements.
- Adhere to all safety protocols, including use of engineering controls and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to ensure a safe work place for all employees.
- Operate Dry Blend equipment according to product manufacturing instructions to produce high quality product in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
- Utilize equipment and facility computer programs to effectively maintain process and material data related to manufacturing requirements.
- Store ingredients in the proper location with the proper closure of partial ingredient to prevent contamination.
- Assure proper documentation is reported including amounts used, lot numbers, yields, metal detection, etc.
- Label raw materials, finished goods, and supplies properly.
- Maintain at least a “Quality Contributor” rating throughout the year as Dry Blend Operator.
- Actively participate in periodic continuous improvement and training sessions to increase understanding of, and abilities related to, safety, quality, productivity, materials, and equipment operation
- Assure proper cleaning of equipment and work area and complete sanitation logs.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Ability to train up to 3 operators at the same time.
- Ability to work with PLC/distributive computer controls.
- Knowledge of basic mathematics, physics, and chemistry.
- Flavor industry desired.
- Computer literate.
- Strong work ethic and ability to work independently.
- Self-directed and self-motivated.
- Strong project management, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Creative problem solver.
- Organized – strong attention to detail and follow-up.