What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator position at Clasen Quality Chocolate?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Clasen Quality Chocolate (CQC) is a world-class
manufacturer of chocolate and innovative coatings. We have recently been
awarded the Top Workplaces Award by the WI State Journal - No. 2 Large
Employer and the Benefits Award. CQC has been growing double digits
annually because of our flexibility, commitment, respect and integrity,
and we are looking for quality individuals to join our team. Working for
a family-owned company provides you with the opportunity to wear many
different \"hats,\" make a difference every day, and have fun doing it!
We are committed to being an Employer of Choice in Southern Wisconsin
and offering our employees a variety of traditional and unconventional
benefits. We are currently accepting applications for full-time Machine
Operators in our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Watertown,
WI, conveniently located between Madison and Milwaukee. Pay range is
\$30.50/hr (includes shift differential) on NIGHTS. These are regular,
full-time positions. NIGHTS: 4:55pm-5:25am. Sunday-Tuesday, every other
Saturday. \$2000 sign-on bonus extra \$1000\* Because you\'re only
working 3-4 days per week, you have more full days off for hobbies and
time with friends and family. Also, there is 8-hours of built-in
overtime during your 4-day workweek. Last, if you want to volunteer for
an extra work day and its available, it is paid at double-time. JOB
SUMMARY: The primary purpose of a Technician is to read and understand
coating recipes, produce chocolate and coating in accordance with Good
Manufacturing Practices (GMP\'s), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control
Points (HACCP) procedures, and safety procedures, and also display
competency in material handling. The Technician must also possess a
great deal of flexibility in their ability to multi-task and maintain a
Team Attitude In All Actions Taken. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. A
Technician would be assigned to North or South plant responsibilities.
North Plant: Mixing: Read recipe and add ingredients to mixer or bulk
tank by hand and by using the plant control system (PCS). Testing:
Collect and test samples of product in various stages of the production
process. Add necessary ingredients to the conches. Melt ingredients for
production orders. Refining: Prepare and operate the pre-refiner,
refiners, and conches to achieve desired fineness and viscosity. South
Plant: Chipline: Operate chipline depositor and troubleshoot color,
shape, and size issues on finished products. Read, interpret, and mix
bases, flavors, and dyes to meet product specifications. Melt
ingredients for production orders. Collect and test samples of product
in various stages of the production process. Add necessary ingredients
to bulk tanks. Packaging: Operate all packaging equipment to ensure
product meets customer standards and complete all required paperwork and
checks. Sanitation: Utilize correct cleaning procedures to complete
production and non-production cleaning responsibilities. Set up, tear
down, and clean tanks, pipes, pumps, and plates. Train and certify in
the areas noted above within the designated time frames. Make mixes and
operate drum and pail filling equipment. Inspect product for color,
shape, size, flavor, and viscosity issues. Read and interpret production
and distribution schedules. Understand and display competency in using
the plant control system (PCS) and human machine interfaces (HMI).
Complete paperwork and log production information accurately (labor
reports, recipe weight, waste sheets, Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS)
sheets, etc.). Operate forklift and other material handling equipment.
Attend team, safety, and quality meetings, complete the necessary
training / certification required by supervision, and train others as
needed. Perform all tasks assigned by the supervisor, while following
all company, safety, and quality policies and procedures. Cover for
other employees while on break/lunch. Maintain regular attendance at
work, and work overtime as needed. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFICATIONS: QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: High School
Diploma or equivalent 3 years of complex industrial experience (machine
operation, troubleshooting, mechanical, etc.) Food manufacturing
Experience Would Be Helpful, But Not Required Previous Experience
lifting 55 lbs. is preferred Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, RSS,
Microsoft Navision, Plant Control Systems, and/or Label Management would
be helpful SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Lift 55 pounds, sometimes repetitively
Stand and walk for a 12-hour shift Communicate, write and read in
English Perform math at an intermediate level (multiplication, division,
fractions, etc.) Work at heights above 10 feet and in extreme heat Work
with allergens, such as soy, milk, etc. Positive, can-do attitude and
flexibility to perform a variety of tasks Multi-tasking, problem-solving
and decision-making skills Accuracy and attention to detail Demonstrate
range-of-motion, strength, and physical stamina needed to safely perform
the job in fast-paced work environment. Remain alert to safety hazards,
maintain attention to stay on task, manage time effectively, and work
independently and in a team to complete assigned tasks. \*\*\*\*\*
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.cqc.com/careers
manufacturer of chocolate and innovative coatings. We have recently been
awarded the Top Workplaces Award by the WI State Journal - No. 2 Large
Employer and the Benefits Award. CQC has been growing double digits
annually because of our flexibility, commitment, respect and integrity,
and we are looking for quality individuals to join our team. Working for
a family-owned company provides you with the opportunity to wear many
different \"hats,\" make a difference every day, and have fun doing it!
We are committed to being an Employer of Choice in Southern Wisconsin
and offering our employees a variety of traditional and unconventional
benefits. We are currently accepting applications for full-time Machine
Operators in our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Watertown,
WI, conveniently located between Madison and Milwaukee. Pay range is
\$30.50/hr (includes shift differential) on NIGHTS. These are regular,
full-time positions. NIGHTS: 4:55pm-5:25am. Sunday-Tuesday, every other
Saturday. \$2000 sign-on bonus extra \$1000\* Because you\'re only
working 3-4 days per week, you have more full days off for hobbies and
time with friends and family. Also, there is 8-hours of built-in
overtime during your 4-day workweek. Last, if you want to volunteer for
an extra work day and its available, it is paid at double-time. JOB
SUMMARY: The primary purpose of a Technician is to read and understand
coating recipes, produce chocolate and coating in accordance with Good
Manufacturing Practices (GMP\'s), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control
Points (HACCP) procedures, and safety procedures, and also display
competency in material handling. The Technician must also possess a
great deal of flexibility in their ability to multi-task and maintain a
Team Attitude In All Actions Taken. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. A
Technician would be assigned to North or South plant responsibilities.
North Plant: Mixing: Read recipe and add ingredients to mixer or bulk
tank by hand and by using the plant control system (PCS). Testing:
Collect and test samples of product in various stages of the production
process. Add necessary ingredients to the conches. Melt ingredients for
production orders. Refining: Prepare and operate the pre-refiner,
refiners, and conches to achieve desired fineness and viscosity. South
Plant: Chipline: Operate chipline depositor and troubleshoot color,
shape, and size issues on finished products. Read, interpret, and mix
bases, flavors, and dyes to meet product specifications. Melt
ingredients for production orders. Collect and test samples of product
in various stages of the production process. Add necessary ingredients
to bulk tanks. Packaging: Operate all packaging equipment to ensure
product meets customer standards and complete all required paperwork and
checks. Sanitation: Utilize correct cleaning procedures to complete
production and non-production cleaning responsibilities. Set up, tear
down, and clean tanks, pipes, pumps, and plates. Train and certify in
the areas noted above within the designated time frames. Make mixes and
operate drum and pail filling equipment. Inspect product for color,
shape, size, flavor, and viscosity issues. Read and interpret production
and distribution schedules. Understand and display competency in using
the plant control system (PCS) and human machine interfaces (HMI).
Complete paperwork and log production information accurately (labor
reports, recipe weight, waste sheets, Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS)
sheets, etc.). Operate forklift and other material handling equipment.
Attend team, safety, and quality meetings, complete the necessary
training / certification required by supervision, and train others as
needed. Perform all tasks assigned by the supervisor, while following
all company, safety, and quality policies and procedures. Cover for
other employees while on break/lunch. Maintain regular attendance at
work, and work overtime as needed. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFICATIONS: QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: High School
Diploma or equivalent 3 years of complex industrial experience (machine
operation, troubleshooting, mechanical, etc.) Food manufacturing
Experience Would Be Helpful, But Not Required Previous Experience
lifting 55 lbs. is preferred Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, RSS,
Microsoft Navision, Plant Control Systems, and/or Label Management would
be helpful SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Lift 55 pounds, sometimes repetitively
Stand and walk for a 12-hour shift Communicate, write and read in
English Perform math at an intermediate level (multiplication, division,
fractions, etc.) Work at heights above 10 feet and in extreme heat Work
with allergens, such as soy, milk, etc. Positive, can-do attitude and
flexibility to perform a variety of tasks Multi-tasking, problem-solving
and decision-making skills Accuracy and attention to detail Demonstrate
range-of-motion, strength, and physical stamina needed to safely perform
the job in fast-paced work environment. Remain alert to safety hazards,
maintain attention to stay on task, manage time effectively, and work
independently and in a team to complete assigned tasks. \*\*\*\*\*
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.cqc.com/careers
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