Line Operator (Yogurt/Pouch Department)

• Preparation of each label for production.
• Thoroughly reviews the production schedule and determines the set up needs.
• Prepares the line for startup and sustains production by checking for proper adjustments of extruding head, bringing in film and supplies, setting designated line speed and proper placement of all guards, making sure enough supplies are on hand and piping to line.
• Keeps all equipment operational by making adjustments to equipment such as: wrapping heads, formers and turntables as needed.
• Maintains constant weight control for minimal giveaway and documents checks on required paperwork.
• Maintains quality by observing operations, and making adjustments by adjusting speed controls and troubleshooting.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs into the shop floor system.
• Ensures operation of equipment by troubleshooting malfunctions and calling mechanics for repairs when needed. Reports preventative maintenance issues as needed to keep line operational.
• Communicates any issues or maintenance needs or irregularities with relieving employee to ensure and maintain efficient operations at shift change.
• Performs daily cleaning in order to comply with GMP's (sweeping floors, emptying tubs, removing garbage, picking up caps, proper hand washing, wearing of appropriate PPE.
• Fully engaged in the accountability of the safety and security of self and one another - - to include peer to peer safety evaluations, proper PPE usage and engagement of safety gear.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Works overtime as needed or assigned
• Submit sample for lab testing as well as accurate documentation based off results.
• Complete production logs accurately.
• Follow Cass Clay/Kemps/DFA's GMP's and work in a manner consistent with corporate and regulatory quality and sanitation requirements.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Food Manufacturing a plus, but not required

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimalsAbility to compute rate, ratio, and percent
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• The ability to read, write and understand English grammar.
• Basic arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Must be able to write legibly to complete paperwork.
• Able to communicate with co-workers, team leaders,
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and follow written and/or verbal procedures