Job Summary:

The Operator III is responsible to safely and efficiently perform duties in Batching, Processing, Separating, and Receiving to ensure service to the fillers in a manner that is consistent with HP Hood LLC standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform all tasks and functions related to operating and cleaning in Batching, Separating, Receiving, and Processing Areas.
• Support the continued development of the processing master sanitation program.
• Organize daily processing schedule to ensure batched product is available to maintain proper production flow.
• Verify proper powders are selected and added to formulas.
• Verify powders selected are recorded properly (weight, lot #, and batch #); Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and timely.
• Clean and sanitize all process related equipment, which will include but not be limited to raw tanks, blend tanks, and lines.
• Daily operation of multiple processors, batching equipment, separator, and receiving areas in a production setting to include the startup, shutdown, and sanitation of all related equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Work in a safe manner in compliance with Federal, State and company Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), SOP, and administrative policies.
• Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
• Obtain State Milk Receiver License.
• Operate equipment and know all circuits to ensure proper hookups are made.
• Keep accurate logs, paperwork and charts.
• Submit work orders and maintain equipment.
• Consistently meet production efficiencies and targets.
• Complete paperwork as per government regulations and HP Hood requirements.
• Safely operate all assigned equipment following policies and procedures.
• Maintain communication with team members, cross functional partners, and other crews.
• Compliance with all plant safety policies and procedures.
• Responsible for general plant cleanliness with the expectation of being inspection ready 24/7.
• Reports all safety concerns/incidents promptly to a Supervisor, Lead or Manager.
• May be required to assist in facilitation of training for new or existing operators in the qualification process. • All other assignments given by Supervision.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Experience working with manufacturing equipment preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Team oriented; Ability to collaborate and operate in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Solid Work Ethic.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-based environment with minimal supervision.
• Responsible for reporting to work on time when scheduled.
• Able to deal with change, delays or unexpected events.

Other Information/Physical Requirements (if needed)

• Physically able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, push, pull, climb, balance and crouch for long periods of time (>10 hours)
• Physically able to handle and move items weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Physically able to move objects exceeding 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to lift greater than 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to wear all necessary personal protective equipment to perform job functions.