What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ingredients Operator position at Hampton Farms?
Position Title: Ingredient Operator
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Arrive at the workstation at least 10 minutes prior to the start of the shift to ensure a proper shift handover with the previous operator.
- Verify with the Production Supervisor or Team Lead that the correct peanuts are being used; communicate with management to confirm peanut supply accuracy.
- Confirm the correct production formula with the Production Supervisor or Team Lead.
- Ensure the mill hopper is cleaned and sanitized before use.
- Maintain a consistent and steady flow of product (peanuts) from storage bins to the jar filler or bulk station.
- Understand the complete product process flow—from the primary bin and weight belt feed, through the ingredient bins, to the filler on the packaging line or bulk station.
- Vacuum dust off ingredient bags prior to dumping contents into bins.
- Operate the hot oil flush system for product cleanout and sanitation purposes.
- Understand and apply the rework system, including management-approved product feedback rates; complete all associated traceability paperwork.
- Record lot numbers for each ingredient used during production.
- Document any downtime, including duration and reason, on downtime report sheets.
- Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures for ingredient usage.
- Monitor and maintain adequate ingredient levels; verify correct feed rates and record them on the Ingredient Feed Rate Form. Submit all paperwork to management.
- Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment throughout the shift by sweeping and mopping floors, wiping down hoppers, cleaning platform decks, and emptying trash cans.
- Sweep the ingredient floor area at the end of each shift.
- Assist fellow employees in other areas as needed.
- Complete any additional tasks assigned by the Production Shift Supervisor or Team Lead.
- Accurately complete any additional reports or forms required by management.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 36 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
- Franklin, VA 23851 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Franklin, VA 23851: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $25
