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Mix Operator I

Greenfield Milling

Hereford, Texas, United States

(on-site)

Posted 6 days ago

Salary

$17.50 - $17.50

Salary - Type

Hourly Wage

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Other

Description

Greenfield Milling

TITLE Mix Operator I
Job Location Hereford, TX 79045
Position Type Full Time
Education Level High School
Salary Range $17.50 - $17.50 Hourly
Travel Percentage None

Description

Mix Operator I

The Mix Operator 1 oversees the functions of batch mixing to maximize and maintain optimum efficiency and quality while collaborating directly with the Quality Assurance Department. Monitors incoming raw materials and packaging components to produce work-in-process/finish goods that meet food safety standards set forth by the company. Also, responsible for keeping Mix and storage areas clean and organized and accurately batching all mixes for our Hereford location. Currently we have openings on 3rd shift (11:00 pm - 7:00 am).

We are seeking a leader that will work closely with our quality, inventory, and production operations team to accurately mix, package and transfer high quality, completed correctly the first time while maintaining Quality/Food Safety standards by following processes, drive continuous improvement, world-class standards and drive to create "Best in Class" products.

Qualifications

Mix Operator I Responsibilities:

Conduct pre-start safety and sanitation inspections, per pre post operation form, HACCP forms if applicable and record results.

Weigh up, blend all mixes per production schedule and recipe card.

Communicate with quality to meet standards of the quality control department.

Ensure all Mix Production and Storage areas are maintained in an organized and pristine fashion.

Ensure ingredient and final product storage standards are upheld.

Ensure the mix WIP product is sealed and palletized in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion on structurally sound pallets.

Manage ingredient quality and prompt notification of inventory adjustments that take place.

Attach labels and recipe cards to totes/bags as necessary.

At the end of each run, organize all unused materials in their proper storage location.

Clean and sanitize all Mix Production and Storage areas.

Frequently monitor magnet where applicable. Report and document findings to the QA Manager or Mix Supervisor.

Maintain clean work areas, including disposal of trash and cardboard at the end of shift. Make sure all products in container(s) are covered to avoid contamination at the end of shift. Feed buckets shall be emptied into designated containers daily.

Perform frequently scheduled allergen cleans in Mix Plant area, mixer and equipment. Refer to and follow "Allergen Cleanup Procedures". Notify the QA Manager or Mix Supervisor for post cleaning inspection and documentation before startup of allergen free production run.

Identify all allergens using GFM color coding system. Properly use color coded utensils.

Label/tag all outgoing products which may contain allergens.

All equipment/ area shall be cleaned according to Master Sanitation Schedule frequency.

Closely examine and identify all incoming products and record all lot numbers.

Inspect and clean (if necessary) all reusable tote bags/pallets.

Add temporary tags to pallets in need of bake testing.

Communicate with Mix Supervisor to determine the department's production run schedule on appropriate production line, mixer, preventative maintenance schedule, and Master Sanitation Schedule.

Control and document all related materials used, including lot numbers and cases produced at close of production. Complete work and return to Mix Supervisor at the end of shift.

Inspect line and release for batch mixing of scheduled work.

Monitor production and report quantities produced and document downtime.

Continuous evaluations of processes to improve efficiency and cut costs.

Responsible for reporting food safety and quality issues and initiating action, as necessary to the immediate Mix Supervisor and QA Manager.

Perform Mix Batching Operator duties when required.

Mix Operator I Qualifications:

High School Graduate or GED preferred.

Follow all food, safety rules and regulations.

Understanding of basic principles of the BRC program and other food safety policies/procedures

Forklift certification a plus.

Safety training is required and provided by GFM in group settings, as well as individual computer-based training.

Possess excellent interpersonal skills, multitask, able to read and write in English, Spanish speaking a plus.

Ability to work unsupervised.

We need individuals for all 3 shifts. Evenings, and weekends may be required.

Ability to utilize computers for data entry, recipe card retrieval, and label making.

Ability to use basic math to calculate ingredient amounts.

Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved oral instructions

Adhere to all GMP Procedures

Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Wear all protective equipment

Wear all approved clothing/garments

Working Conditions:

This position requires physical efforts such as straining, pulling, lifting, working, and standing and walking on concrete floor.

Exposure to elements such as noise, minable dust, cold and hot temperatures.

Extreme climate or climate variation.

Exposure to manufacturing equipment hazards, especially forklifts.

Climbing ladders.

Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

Benefits:

Medical Insurance (first day of the month after starting date)

Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and AD&D, Employer Paid

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Accident Insurance, optional

Critical Illness Insurance, optional

401K, Employer Match

PTO & Vacation Pay

9 Paid Holidays

Company Product Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement, up to $5,000.00 per calendar year

Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Leave

Company Incentive Plan

Bereavement Pay

Relocation Available

Utah Flour Milling dba Greenfield Milling is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law. #UFMTX