What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bulk Production Team Member position at Mizkan?
Job Description
The Bulk Operator I is a vital member of the production team at Mizkan America, responsible for ensuring the safe and sanitary operation of liquid mix equipment. This role requires close attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Follow all plant safety rules and regulations, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Food Safety guidelines.
- Perform routine field inspections of tanks, pumps, meters, valves, lines, and motors to ensure proper functioning.
- Initiate startup procedures, prepare equipment, and monitor batch operations to meet production schedules.
- Troubleshoot abnormal conditions and notify relevant personnel as needed.
- Monitor production processes, identify problems, and adjust operating conditions to maintain desired outcomes.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Forklift certification preferred.
- 1 year experience in food processing, bottling, liquid filling/blending, or consumer goods manufacturing/packing environment.
- Ability to use hoist, intoxilyzer, titrator, agitator, spectrophotometer, forklift, and common hand tools.
- Basic mathematics skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division calculations.
- Effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Able to work in high temperatures, at heights, and exposure to strong smells, dust, gases, fumes, and chemicals requiring personal protective equipment.
