Chocolate Worker - Melting Operator

A Cocoa and Chocolate Operator III in Liquor Melting performs tasks that include cleaning of liquor department assets and areas, staging and dumping of liquor blocks, kibbled bags, butter blocks, cocoa powder bags, rework and other tasks as assigned by department management.

This is a Full-time position is in WI - MILWAUKEE; however please expect receiving calls from a 952 area code in case you are considered. Relocation assistance is not provided.

Principal Accountabilities:

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  Cut open boxes of cocoa liquor, cocoa butter, rework then remove plastic film and place onto conveyor or melt station. Cut open bags of kibbled cocoa liquor and cocoa powder and place into dump station.
• Operate computer workstation (D3 plant control system) to move product between tanks and complete calculations for cocoa power additions.
• Receive and unload inbound liquor loads (dry freight and/or liquid).
• Read schedule for production lines and communicate with the Melting Operator from the previous shift to determine the status of the lines and tanks. (Machinery problems, change over status, availability of ingredients, special operating instructions, quality control issues, etc.)
• Work and cooperate with other Melting Operators to complete all tasks and responsibilities assigned by supervisor.
• Utilize the principal of FEFO/FIFO, which stands for First Expiring, First Out and First In, First Out.
• Record production data as required on log sheets or in computer systems. Complete checklists and charts as required.
• Contact supervisor and maintenance personnel in the event of any mechanical problems or unsafe situations/work practices with your area.
• Use stand-up and sit-down fork truck equipment to move ingredients or materials as required to include on and off a dock and trailer.
• Use fork truck to stage ingredient pallets in the proper rack areas as needed and pull pallets to production areas as needed.
• Maintain all production areas in a neat and clean condition and assist with master sanitation schedule/cleaning.
• Properly account for any ingredient spills or ingredient scrap.
• Comply with all GMP, safety, sanitation and any other plant rules as established by the company.
• Follow all Food Safety (HACCP), GMP’s, Occupational Health and Safety, and Environmental programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

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  Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be able to perform physical job duties including walking, crouching, bending/stooping, climbing stairs and ladders and lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must be able to reach with arms and hands, use hands to finger, handle or fell objects, tools, or controls.
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
• Must have a High School diploma or Equivalent.
• Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice
• Must have the ability to learn basic computer skills.
• Must have the ability to learn to operate machinery and equipment (forklifts/electric pallet jacks/production equipment).
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat / cold wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, boots, gloves, and hearing protection for safety and food safety.

Preferred:

$21.29 $0.45/hr for 2nd shift and $0.55/hr for 3rd shift

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet