Mixer Prep (3rd Shift)

This position is responsible for the verification of materials by utilizing the WIP process order of the materials brought into the kitchen. This position is also responsible for ensuring that all Food Safety requirements are met. This position is responsible for ensuring that all documentation is correct and accurate.

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

TX San Antonio

Job Type:

Production Group

Job Posting Title:

Mixer Prep (3rd Shift)

Job Description:

Schedule: Monday through Friday with Saturdays as needed:

*3rd Shift: 10:00pm - 6:30am

Work Location: 5310 Historic Old Hwy 90, San Antonio, TX 78227

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.

Salary, based on experience and other qualifications: $22.05 per hour plus $1.50 shift differential

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow work instructions on process order. (ex. veggies and spice kits).
• Follow all published SOP’s.
• Properly stage veggies and spices in front of corresponding kettles. 
• Identifying if vinegar is needed and add if necessary.
• Must inspect spices and veggies or any ingredients prior to dumping.
• Verify proper cut size of veggies matches process order.
• Properly report and sign-off on batch sheet paperwork.
• Ensure all materials brought into the kitchen are properly verified to the process order and all drum tags are accounted for.
• Ensure all Product reprocess is used in a timely manner and at the proper mix ratio.
• Immediately notify supervisor and QA of any food safety issues.
• Perform Sanitation activities to include removal of bottom valves, disassembly of pumps, replace worn parts on pumps, and reassembly of bottom valves along with the pumps.
• Ensure area is maintained though workplace organization (i.e. water hoses, drums, product spillage and food contact utensils).
• Ensure empty/dirty drums are properly staged onto pallets and taken into the drum washroom.
• Communicate with Kettle operator prior to mixing ingredients.
• Communicate with Kit Stager to ensure WIP is in the kitchen or when running low on kits.
• Must keep work area clean and free of debris.
• Complete all other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
• Must adhere to all safety policies.
• Operates the drum dumper & liquefier and breaking down and sanitize equipment.
• Performs periodic quality checks as needed.
• Consistently maintains clean and safe work area being sure to remove any foreign material that could contaminate product.
• Efficiently communicates mechanical problems with drum dumpers, or liquefier to ensure continuous operation.
• Must wear all required PPE.
• Inform Management of ANY Food safety or Quality issues or of any processes, which become noncompliant with specified requirements.
• Safely and accurately perform all duties as required for this position to ensure the safety and quality of our products.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Leadership Team.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to work with hand tools.
• Must be able to read and write English.
• Must have communication skills.

Physical Demands:

• Standing and walking is required 100% of the time.
• The use of both hands is required 100% of the time.
• Heavy lifting required 50% of the time.
• Consistent walking and climbing up and down stairs.
• Must be able to work in a hot environment with steam.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to perform the following:  standing, climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and stooping.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time. 
• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently.

Knowledge and Critical Skill Requirements:

• Validation on position or machine will be required after initial training.
• Must be dependable and reliable to handle equipment safely and sensibly with little supervision.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instruction, as well as basic math calculations.
• Must be able to work independently as well as effectively in a team environment.
• Must be able to work on both kitchens and perform all mixer/prep functions
• Must be able to work mandatory overtime, including Saturdays/Sunday