Operator III - C Crew

Operator III

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Job Summary:

The Operator III is responsible to safely and efficiently perform duties in Batching, Processing, Separating, and Receiving to ensure service to the fillers in a manner that is consistent with HP Hood LLC standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform all tasks and functions related to operating and cleaning in Batching, Separating, Receiving, and Processing Areas.
• Support the continued development of the processing master sanitation program.
• Organize daily processing schedule to ensure batched product is available to maintain proper production flow.
• Verify proper powders are selected and added to formulas.
• Verify powders selected are recorded properly (weight, lot #, and batch #); Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and timely.
• Clean and sanitize all process related equipment, which will include but not be limited to raw tanks, blend tanks, and lines.
• Daily operation of multiple processors, batching equipment, separator, and receiving areas in a production setting to include the startup, shutdown, and sanitation of all related equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Work in a safe manner in compliance with Federal, State and company Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), SOP, and administrative policies.
• Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
• Obtain State Milk Receiver License.
• Operate equipment and know all circuits to ensure proper hookups are made.
• Keep accurate logs, paperwork and charts.
• Submit work orders and maintain equipment.
• Consistently meet production efficiencies and targets.
• Complete paperwork as per government regulations and HP Hood requirements.
• Safely operate all assigned equipment following policies and procedures.
• Maintain communication with team members, cross functional partners, and other crews.
• Compliance with all plant safety policies and procedures.
• Responsible for general plant cleanliness with the expectation of being inspection ready 24/7.
• Reports all safety concerns/incidents promptly to a Supervisor, Lead or Manager.
• May be required to assist in facilitation of training for new or existing operators in the qualification process. All other assignments given by Supervision.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Experience working with manufacturing equipment preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Team oriented; Ability to collaborate and operate in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Solid Work Ethic.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-based environment with minimal supervision.
• Responsible for reporting to work on time when scheduled.
• Able to deal with change, delays or unexpected events.

Other Information/Physical Requirements (if needed):

• Physically able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, push, pull, climb, balance and crouch for long periods of time (>10 hours)
• Physically able to handle and move items weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Physically able to move objects exceeding 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to lift greater than 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to wear all necessary personal protective equipment to perform job functions.

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

The pay range for this position is $30.78 $31.38 USD