Industrial Cook-1st shift (4:00am-1:00pm)

JOB SUMMARY:  Prepares and cooks required product for production and properly stores and secures all product and materials at end of shift. This position will specialize in the preparation, mixing, weighing, and storage of dry ingredients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Include, but are not limited to):

• Weigh and mix ingredients prior to production ensuring they will be available in a timely manner.
• Communicate with Quality Control personnel to ensure all proper standards are met.
• Communicate with Production supervisors regarding schedule changes, add-ins or deletions.
• Operate and be qualified on forklifts.
• Understand allergens and cross-contamination issues.
• Proficient in inventory control and the use of scanners.
• Prior experience operating powered industrial trucks (forklifts) strongly preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Able to receive and maintain certification on industrial lift trucks

LANGUAGE SKILLS Must be able to speak English and write English and effectively communicate with fellow employees, supervisors, and Quality Control.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Must be able to take measurements in weights. Must be able to work in fractions, and decimals (standard and metric).

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to observe ingredients being batched to determine if valves and meter are working correctly. Must be able to understand weights and measures and follow written instructions accurately. Ability needed to adhere to techniques and proper housekeeping.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Long hours involving extended standing, walking and sitting..

• Ability to perform moderate physical work, exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, up to 30 lbs. frequently, and up to 20 lbs. constantly, performing such activities as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, feeling, lifting, and grasping.
• Works in normal manufacturing environment. Potential exposure to equipment movement hazards and dangerous chemicals/solvents if proper safety procedures are not followed.
• Works in temperature extremes, dampness.
• Proper personal protective equipment required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Often wet and humid. May occasionally require early morning, late night, or weekend work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Often wet and humid. May occasionally require early morning, late night, or weekend work.