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Mix Operator I

Greenfield Milling

Hereford, Texas, United States

(on-site)

Posted 11 hours ago

Salary

$17.50 - $17.50

Salary - Type

Hourly Wage

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Other

Description

Greenfield Milling

TITLE Mix Operator I
Job Location Hereford, TX 79045
Position Type Full Time
Education Level High School
Salary Range $17.50 - $17.50 Hourly

Description

Description

Our Mix Operator I is responsible for the packaging of finished products in bags.

MIX OPERATOR I RESPONSIBILITIES:

Set up and monitor finished package weights to ensure that bags conform to specifications.

Set up the packer scale weights prior to a run.

Check the precision of the check scale prior to the start of the run.

Continually check the finished package weights throughout the run.

Ensure that the finished product is bagged, sealed, and palletized in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion on structurally sound pallets.

Maintain clean work areas, including disposal of trash and cardboard at the end of shift. Make sure all products in container(s) are covered to avoid contamination at the end of shift. Feed buckets shall be emptied into designated containers daily.

Perform frequently scheduled allergen cleans in Mix Plant area, mixer and equipment. Refer to and follow "Allergen Cleanup Procedures". Notify the QA Manager or Mix Supervisor for post cleaning inspection and documentation before startup of allergen free production run.

Identify all allergens using the company color coding system. Properly use color coded utensils

Pull samples of product, both prior to packaging, and throughout the run, and run analysis on samples on equipment located in mill control room.

Perform Metal Detector checks on a scheduled basis set by the quality department and notify supervisor of any substandard conditions.

Pull samples prior to the run (or at the startup of packaging) to help ensure conformity to specifications.

Samples pulled during a run will normally be one sample per grade, once conformity is verified.

For government contracts, one sample will be taken per pallet, for weight and lab testing.

Keep bags available and ready to be used, including bags labeled for special customers.

Attach labels to bags as necessary.

Clean and sanitize all packing and loading areas (including hopper area above packers).

Feed any product that did not meet specifications back into the system to rework.

Assist in the training of new and existing personnel in any packaging functions/positions.

Organize, wrap and load finished product as necessary by pallet jack or forklift.

Qualifications

Qualifications

High School Graduate or GED preferred.

Follow all food, safety rules and regulations.

Understanding of basic principles of the BRC program and other food safety policies/procedures

Forklift certification a plus.

Safety training is required and provided by the company in group settings, as well as individual computer-based training.

Possess excellent interpersonal skills, multitask, able to read and write in English, Spanish speaking a plus.

Ability to work unsupervised.

Available to work flexible hours, evenings, and weekends may be required.

Ability to utilize computers for data entry, recipe card retrieval, and label making.

Ability to use basic math to calculate ingredient amounts.

Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved oral HS Education or GED.

Work experience in a manufacturing setting is a plus.

Displays confidence on the packaging equipment and has completed the necessary skill level II testing.

Ability to maintain or exceed minimum packaging efficiencies.

Safety training is required and provided by the company in group settings, as well as individual computer-based training.

Possess excellent interpersonal skills, multitask, and able to read and write in English.

Ability to work unsupervised.

Working Conditions:

This position requires physical efforts such as straining, pulling, lifting, working, and standing and walking on concrete floor.

Exposure to elements such as noise, minable dust, cold and hot temperatures.

Extreme climate or climate variation.

Exposure to manufacturing equipment hazards, especially forklifts.

Climbing ladders.

Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

Benefits:

Medical Insurance (first day of the month after starting date)

Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and AD&D, Employer Paid

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Accident Insurance, optional

Critical Illness Insurance, optional

401K, Employer Match

PTO & Vacation Pay

9 Paid Holidays

Company Product Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement, up to $5,000.00 per calendar year

Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Leave

Company Incentive Plan

Bereavement Pay

Relocation Available

Utah Flour Milling dba Greenfield Milling is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law.