Process Operator I - 3rd Shift - starting pay $25.90

The Process Operator I will be responsible for the control of the tank farm area by handling rail car and tank wagon deliveries and shipments. This operation is to be performed keeping safety as a primary objective and following established GMP, Safety, Regulatory, and Stratas Foods procedures and policies. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Ensure all safety and GMP policies and procedures are followed while performing daily duties. Record operating data for the department such as products and quantities pumped off from gauge readings, operating times, lot numbers, seal numbers etc., and completing required documentation as needed. Unload bulk product and raw ingredients from railcar and tank wagon in a safe and timely manner to meet production demands. Steams railcars as necessary Ensures railcars and tank wagons are positioned and secured properly. Manufacture batches for use on production lines. Read and interpret formulas to determine product specifications, processing information, and technical information. Responsible for recording production and test data for each food product batch, including ingredients, lot numbers, temperatures, and test results. Monitoring and regulating gauges, recording instruments, flow meters, and thermometers to correctly adjust the addition of raw materials, mixing speeds, etc. to maintain the quality of the product and ensure safe and efficient operations. Monitor product movement to and from the storage tanks, coordinate activities with other workers to ensure constant product flow. Replenish storage tanks regularly to meet the production schedule and avoid downtime. Support the production operation by opening and closing product supply valves to the production filling systems upon request from the machine operators. Patrolling the work area to detect any leaks, equipment malfunctions, and operating conditions and reporting any deficiencies to the Material Flow Manager and the Maintenance Supervisor. Taking samples of products to provide to the Quality Assurance Laboratory for testing. Using testing equipment to test samples of products to ensure they are in compliance with specifications and document results in required logbooks and/or batch records, reporting any deviations in results to the Quality Assurance Manager. Responsible for having knowledge of transfer valves, pumps, etc. which transfer bulk products from manufacturing to run tanks. Cleaning and sanitizing all equipment necessary for the manufacturing of food products. General housekeeping in working area to comply with GMP's and safety concerns. Starting Pay: $25.02 Qualifications High school Diploma Experience operating in a fast paced, ready-to-eat food facility a plus Ability to be self-guided and motivated to operate independently Ability to manage through urgent situations Strong multi-tasking skills Ability to work well under pressure 5+ years of experience in a similar role and industry To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers; reach; stretch; bend; kneel; crouch; climb; balance; etc. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision and peripheral vision. Must be able to work outside in environmental conditions, which at times include extreme heat or extreme cold. Activities include extended periods of walking and standing, using hands and fingers. Capable of lifting 75 lbs. Must be able to reach, stretch, bend, kneel, and crouch. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, and peripheral vision. This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs, bend, kneel, stand for extended periods, work in confined spaces, and work at heights Working Conditions: The job is performed in a manufacturing plant environment. Exposure to loud noises, dust, dirt, heat, sparks, oil, and smoke will occur. Pe #J-18808-Ljbffr PVH (Tommy Hilfiger/Calvin Klein)