Roaster Operator Assistant

The Roaster Operator of Hampton Farms is involved in the manufacture of food products intended for the consumer. The operation and operator provide a critical step in Hampton Farms food quality and safety for producing our peanut product. Being a producer of peanuts and peanut products, the roaster operator is aware of the risk involved with regard to proper temperature, speeds, roasting color and other aspects of the facility. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Verify with supervisor correct peanuts are being used, and Roaster log paperwork matches the Roasting Peanuts reports Inspect machines and calibrates as required to ensure consistent operation Ensure that machine is started and stopped to minimize maintenance and downtime Initiate daily start-up procedures per company policies Communicate with production line operators to maintain constant flow and correct peanuts Maintain the correct temperature of the roaster, record the average temperature of the peanuts, belt speed, and bed depth to achieve the correct roast and color required for each customer Record temperature readings each hour on Roasting log. Turn in paperwork into Quality Assurance Department Run a color check every hour on the roasted peanuts to ensure color meets customer requirements Work with Quality Assurance Technician throughout shift to ensure CCP’s are within spec Ensure the right peanuts for the production schedule are selected and roasted in spec. Perform scheduled cleaning of roaster and roasting area Maintaining constant vigilance for possibility of fire, through monitoring of all roasting operations Perform weekly fire drills Assist in control of fire as required and notification of proper authorities, as approved by management personnel Help fellow employees in other work areas as needed Do any other assignments ask of you by your Lead or Supervisor Able to learn how to work with high and low PH chemicals such as alpet, proclean degreaser, Alkaline cleaner, and Steam cleaners for cleaning every other weekend Education and/or Experience High School diploma or equivalent (GED) Experience with food manufacturing Principles and implementation. 1-3 years’ production manufacturing experience. Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively. Team Player Physical Demand Climbing: ladders, stairs, etc. –using feet and legs or hands and arms 1/3 of the time & continuous Standing Lifting: Intermediate lifting up to 55 lbs for up to half your shift (up to 4 hours) Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by ears Depth Perception: Three dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances Color Vision: Ability to identify and distinguish colors Work Environment Combination of manufacturing environment along with duties that will require employee to work in a production/plant environment where physical hazards such as industrial equipment and forklifts may be present Having to work with high & low PH chemicals such as alpet, proclean degreaser, Alkaline cleaner, and Steam cleaners on a regular basis. Competencies Analytical Continuous Learning Job Knowledge Use of Technology Problem Solving Project Management Adaptability Dependability Quality Communications Reasoning Ability Exceptional Interpersonal skills Team player Treats everyone with respect and dignity Benefits Health Insurance Life Insurance Disability Vision Dental Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Assistance (EAP) Employee Referral Program Tuition Assistance (TAP) Teladoc 401K Match Paid Vacation and Personal Days Paid Holidays Bereavement Leave Military Leave School Leave Jury Duty Leave Core Values “Equip” Environment Quality Understanding Integrity People Application Process This job is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference checks, education verification, pre-employment drug screening, and a criminal history check.

Salary : $31,000 - $33,000