Operator III- 1st shift

Job Description

Job Description

Job Purpose

Execute production schedules at rated throughput to meet quality, safety, cost, and delivery standards.

Essential Functions

• Execute the daily production schedule in all production areas as a process owner, including minimizing downtime and seamless shift turnover
• Ensure timely and accurate production of product to maintain processing standards across multiple lines without assistance
• Manage all process / operational checks
• Train, coach, and mentor Operator II personnel to meet or exceed established performance metrics in all production areas
• Manage the finished product and traceability system in production areas
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot production machinery safely and securely as needed to achieve a high standard of performance
• Properly handle ingredients used in production as needed, including staging, measuring, and mixing
• Complete all necessary paperwork to company standards
• Adhere to all cleaning procedures in production area
• Adhere to the allergen control program guidelines, including equipment cleaning and verification activities
• Take corrective action as assigned by the Supervisor based on pre-operation and daily self-assessment audit findings
• Assist in investigating issues, finding root causes, and developing solutions for issues that arise in the production, oven, and / or packing areas
• Utilize the performance measurement system for direction in areas of employee safety, food safety, quality, cost, and productivity
• Take actions necessary to resolve food safety and quality deficiencies
• Maintain safe working conditions and preserve the integrity of the environmental health and safety system through adherence to the policies and procedures outlined in the safety program
• Participate in mandatory training program requirements
• Serve as backup for all Operators in all production areas
• Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications (Education / Experience)