Flavor Center Operator 3rd Shift

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM Saturdays as overtime as needed.

Job Summary

• Transfer of base mix to work centers
• Flavor vats per specification and procedures
• Stage temperature sensitive ingredients in accordance to production schedule
• Cleaning and set up of pasteurized storage tanks
• Maintain organization of ingredient storage trailers and tempering rooms
  
  

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Inventory pasteurized tanks before using in production to ensure FIFO is being followed;
• Follow the master production schedule in order to supply each filling line with correctly flavored mix for the product being run in a timely manner;
• Record lot numbers of all ingredients being used for each item;
• Record the amount of each mix draw on inventory control sheet;
• Review the schedule, order ingredients that are required for that day’s production, and stage these ingredients at each work center as needed;
• Ensure that ingredients are properly tempered or heated in advance of the required production run;
• Maintain all work areas in a clean and orderly manner at all times, including carts, flavor cabinets, hot room, and other related areas;
• CIP pasteurized storage tanks after emptying;
• Produce a quality product that complies with all HP Hood, State and Federal guidelines;
• Maintain clean and safe work environment and demonstrate safe work practices at all times;
• Follow GMP and SQF guidelines;
• Follow all company, state and federal guidelines in accordance with SOP’s and GMP standards;
• Work efficiently and effectively as part of a team and display a positive attitude;
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Basic math and computer skills
• Ability to work independently or within a group/team atmosphere
• Good organizational and time management skills
  
  

Other Information/Physical Requirements (if Needed)

Standing: Long periods of time. (6-8 Hours)

Sitting: Occasionally for short periods of time.

Walking: Long periods of time. (5–6 Hours)

Bending: Frequently

Twisting of Wrists: Frequently

Twisting of Spine: Frequently

Lifting: Light-Heavy (50 lbs. occasionally)

Carrying: Light (30-50 pounds) frequently, distance 30 yards

Pushing/Pulling: Under 75 pounds without assistance frequently.

Human & Food Safety Responsibilities

• Work in a safe and responsible manner at all times, following all safety policies, procedures, and rules;
• Report unsafe observations or conditions to a supervisor or manager;
• Immediately report any food safety concerns to a supervisor or manager;
• Immediately report an injury or accident to a supervisor or manager;
• Meet all company requirements for training, including but not limited to Log Out/Tag Out Awareness, PPE, PIT, Confined Space, Ergonomics, and Food Safety Trainings
  
  

SQF Requirements/Responsibilities

• Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
• Report food safety and quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
  
  

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

The pay range for this position is

$27.99 - $30.58 USD

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

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