MACHINE OPERATOR

Manzana Products Co., Inc. is a historic apple cannery nestled in Sebastopol’s Green Valley. For over 100 years, apple sauce, apple juice, and apple cider vinegar have been produced in this little corner of the world.

Manzana specializes in producing high-quality organic products made with Fresh USDA Organic Apples, not from concentrate. Our Organic Apples are harvested and processed right here in the USA.

Job Summary:

The Pouch Kettle Operator position is responsible for maintaining functionality of the steam kettles during production and documenting each ingredient used, as well as, batching each product. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Learn and understand the daily kettle operator procedure forms; properly fill out and sign off on these forms on a daily basis.
• Learn the time frames given for each batch and utilize the time efficiently to assure that the job is done correctly and on time.
• Use personal protective equipment as required for each task performed.
• Maintain a record of utility tools used, and return them cleaned and properly store the tools after job duties have been completed.
• Understands how to check the ingredients:
  • Description of Ingredient used.
  • Name of the supplier.
  • Confirmation of the expiration date.
  • Inspection of ingredient for mold/yeast.
• Learn how to weigh each ingredient accordingly using a scale.
• Be able to perform quality checks pertaining to acidity levels by performing pH tests and be able to just the acidity level accordingly.
• Be able to follow Standardized Operating Procedures (SOP's).
• Maintain designated area cleaned and organized.
• Responsible for establishing priorities and working independently without direct supervision.
• Follows all Manzana Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Follow safety rules, including those relating to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Overtime hours maybe required based on work demand. Employee must be flexible with these hours.
• Manzana Food Products charges all employees with the responsibility to fully participate in all company policy and program initiatives for Food Safety, Food Quality and Food Defense; each employee, no matter their position or job function serves a key role in contributing to safe, quality food.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.