Roller Operator

Roller Operator - Louisville, KY Compensation Range: $20 Possible Bonus: PEI About the role The Production Operator I is responsible for maintaining the flow rate of the products going down the packaging lines by using the appropriate controls. They are also responsible for checking the quality of the products going through the roller. This includes visual inspection as the product rolls through, clearing the roller of any clogged products slowing the roller down and clearing out any discharge product. The Production Operator I checks the rollers every week for any possible defects in the machines themselves, as well as cleaning out a dumpster and washing off plastic curtains. They are responsible for keeping their areas picked up daily. On occasion, the Production Operator I will have to handle bags of cinnamon for a certain customer, but a majority of the time there are set products the company uses and when they are switched, the Production Operator I will change out filters for the tank motors to prevent cross‑contamination. Responsibilities Safety & Environmental Performance Support full plant‑wide compliance with safety rules to further our goal of 0 accidents and encourage reporting and correcting near misses. Adhere to SOPs and other work procedures as required to assure product quality and consistency to our customers. Identify high‑risk safety/productivity issues and help to remedy them. Encourage employees to look for ways to improve safety and production processes. Prevention and timely reporting of any environmental issues. Work Requirements Ensure that the rollers and all of their components are free from contamination and foreign materials. Set and maintain rollers to obtain the proper operating conditions and specifications. Monitor tank temperatures and roller temperatures to ensure the product is maintained at the correct settings and proper operating parameters. Monitor size, thickness, and appearance of flake to meet the specifications as well as rate requirements. Maintain operator logs, documenting the condition of the rollers, flake specification, and any variance or compliance with standards. Communicate with the flake room to warn of any problems that may occur. Complete wash‑down/change‑over procedures and documentation including filter and magnet samples. Work area must be maintained, kept clean and neat without foreign materials present which may become a possible product contaminant. Comply with all plant GMP’s. Perform any and all tasks assigned to you by a member of the GFGB management team, provided that the task is approved by your supervisor. Once a month, load rollers with bags of cinnamon. Control the rolling rate and performance. Maintain Remelt Systems equipment and product in remelt tanks. Make adjustments to auto weighers to ensure correct quantity of product is being purchased. Cost Control Contribute to the effort in controlling costs and minimizing waste in product and shrinkage. Reduce the amount of rework by participating in employee involvement, process improvement and adherence to process guidelines. Ensure work is completed to customer's specifications. About You Equivalent education GED. Basic computer knowledge and skills. Able to be a good leader, communicate with people in motivating, good trainer and teacher. Machinery experience. Math skills and reasonable ability. Able to apply general mathematical calculations, analysis of variance and other basic standard equations as required. Have good common sense. Benefits Career paths, training and development, e‑learning and tuition reimbursement programs offer potential for you to progress your future career. Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision) starting date of hire. Health Savings Account with AAK annual contribution of $1,000–$1,500. We match 100% of the first 3% you contribute to your 401(k), and 50% of the next 3%. Free Life and Disability insurance. Employee Assistance Program. Supplemental Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection and Legal Insurance Plans. Discounts on travel, amusement parks, concerts, movies, and more. Celebrations, events, and activities onsite and supporting our communities. Recognition incentives for service and peer to peer recognition. EEO Statement AAK prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, religion, veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law in any aspect of the access to, admission, or treatment of students in its programs and activities, or in employment and application for employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr AAK AB