Large Kettle Operator

Description

Position Summary

Monitor and maintain fill operations that meet the SQF program and Summer Garden Food Manufacturing. Efficient operation of machinery while supporting the batching and closure process. The batch maker is responsible for processing all recipes in a timely and accurate fashion. The ability to manage and read recipe are critical in making Safe Quality Products at Summer Garden Food Manufacturing. Understanding of ingredients, batch temperatures, Quality Testing and product characteristics are critical elements for this position. 

PRODUCTION:

• Ability and knowledge to inspect produce for freshness.
• Ability to conduct taste testing to meet product requirements.
• Ability to operate batching equipment to include panel-mate touch screen along
• Ability to work with bench top tools (ph meter, boswik)
• Ability to work off recipe and provide feedback when called upon.
• Knowledge of sautéing and simmering vs. cooking.
• Working knowledge of spices and their effects when added to product. (flavor profile)
• Follow company policy regarding HACCP, GMP and company dress code.
   

FOOD SAFETY:

• When batching acidified product, required to cook the product at 190 degrees F for 30 minutes minimum in order to kill Pathogenic Organisms
• To maintain traceability of all ingredients added to batches.  
• Follow safety regulations and procedures required by SGFM/Quality/SQF/GMP’s/OSHA regulations/Preventative Controls.

FOOD QUALITY:

• To test finished batches for viscosity, taste, PH, and color   
• To make necessary adjustments to achieve the proper levels of the viscosity, taste, ph and color

Lassonde offers a competitive benefit package:

• Medical, Dental, Vision 
• Critical Illness, Accident, Supplemental Life Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance, STD, LTD
• 401k with Company Match
• 11 paid holidays
• PTO