Skilled Operator

POSITION SUMMARY:

Ensures efficient and continual plant vinegar production. Continually monitors production efficiency by taking and testing production samples, making nutrient batches and taking physical inventories. Works alone in the plant during assigned shift and is continually checking production status while ensuring other sections of the plant are running smoothly.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

· Monitors the levels of approximately vinegar tanks. Knows the vinegar flow in and out of the tanks.

· Monitors the production by taking and checking physical samples on the auto-filtration, Alkomat and other test devices and makes adjustments to ensure production remains efficient.

· Calibrate lab and alcohol instrumentation as necessary.

· Monitors filtrations units, reversing the flow, cleaning and monitoring as scheduled.

· Monitors nutrient levels in the feed tanks. Mixes batches as needed to maintain adequate supply

· Monitors several pumping operations simultaneously, aware of all pumping destinations and stops operations as necessary.

· Monitors and checks the progress of the R/O units as well as the foam tanks and performs any actions necessary to maintain production.

· Monitor concentrator/freezer/chiller unit as necessary

· Records date on paperwork or electronic entry system as necessary.

· Assist in cleaning and light repair on tanks/Acetators as necessary.

· Loads, unloads tanks trailers as required

· Clean work area and adhere to all Safety and Food Safety work instructions.

· Fills out all paperwork for tank trailers as necessary, i.e. Bills of Lading, Certificates of Analysis

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statements(s)

· Ability to work alone

· Ability to make timely decisions based on work production needs.

· Ability to monitor vinegar tanks to ensure production of vinegar.

· Ability to give complete attention to detailed work.

· Ability to complete forklift operation training to complete tasks.

· Ability to use a ladder or work from heights as needed.

· Ability to work off-shift and weekends as necessary.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

Two to three years in the food and or beverage industry preferred

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Computer Skills

Beginning Excel ability to adapt to customized company computer programs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.62 - $23.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Experience:

• Food Manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)
• Machine Operator: 3 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $24