What are the responsibilities and job description for the Blending & Grinding (Food) Machine Operator position at The Spice House?
Description
Who We Are: Founded in 1957, The Spice House is a purveyor of the finest spices, herbs, blends and extracts. Our customers range from renowned Michelin-star chefs to home cooks everywhere. For over 60 years we have curated our global network of premium growers and distributors in order to offer our customers unrivaled quality and selection. Our goal is to be the trusted resource for fresh flavors and shared culinary experiences in kitchens around the world. We have been featured in The New York Times, Food & Wine and Bon Appetit and named a favorite by celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, Alton Brown and Jesse Tyler Ferguson.
Details: We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented individual to join us as a Blending & Grinding Machine Operator on our Spice Processing Team. This is a working, hands-on position. Individuals in this position should be able to manage all the spice processing in a smooth manner, including the setup and operation of various machines including (but not limited to) spice mills, grinding mills, sifters, and paddle batch mixers.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is an hourly, full time position. Standard work days are Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm. Pay rates starting at $19/hr and full-time employees are eligible for healthcare benefits, paid time off and yearly bonuses.
Responsibilities:
- Accurate and timely completion of spice blends and grinds by priority
- Measure out ingredients based off of the assigned work order to be blending or ground
- Accurately and safely set up, operate, and tear down multiple production machines in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
- Perform cleaning duties for manufacturing equipment, ensuring organization and cleanliness of processing rooms, grinding room, paddle mixer, tools and equipment used in processing.
- Completion of daily performance goals and daily work documentation (line clearance forms, sanitation logs) provided by management
- Quarantine defective and non-conforming work product
- Ensures quality and consistency of all product in use and communicates any possible discrepancy to management
- Rotate between various department work centers as required and perform other related duties as assigned.
- Must be able to follow all Spice House general work rules, all production department GMP’s and all safety rules and guidelines
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of related experience in manufacturing; food preferred
- Strong attention to detail, reliable and familiar with mechanics and tools
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and stand for extended periods of time.
- Must be fluent in English (read, write, speak)
- Willing to complete Food Defense Training
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check
- Passion for food required!
Why The Spice House:
- You can make a huge impact as a key member of an emerging brand that’s disrupting how consumers gain access to the freshest spices
- You will work with a group of passionate team members that are driven to help home cooks and professional chefs alike create delicious food with the highest quality ingredients
- You’ll join a company that is passionate about its people and their development, with opportunities for trainings and advancement
- Employee benefits* for full-time hourly employees include health, dental, vision, and life insurance after 90 days; 401K, generous time off, spice education and free spices monthly (*Program and eligibility rules apply)
Reports To: Production Manager
Classification: Non-Exempt. This is an hourly, full time position. Standard work days are Monday Through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm. All employees in this position must be at their assigned stations at the start of their shift.
Salary : $19
