What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator- Sanitation Palletizer position at Michael Foods and Careers?
The purpose of the Line 10 Palletizer/Sanitarian role will adapt based on if the line is in production or clean state. During production state, this role will be responsible for stacking cases of frozen products onto a pallet to the customer specifications. During the cleaning cycle, this role will be responsible for effective cleaning in specified areas of the facility. The primary focus will be on ensuring health safety and food safety from day to day. This will be accomplished by understanding and applying GMP’s, SSOP’s, plant policies and procedures. All employees, customers and consumers benefit from the work of the sanitarian to ensure a safe product.
This position has the responsibility to always comply with Safety work rules as well as an obligation to reinforce Safety as a Core Value. This role will ensure that all policies, procedures and activities related to Food Safety & Quality, are followed and complied with uniformly, to reduce product and process variability.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Sort and stack frozen egg products according to customer specifications while keeping pace with machinery and the conveyor system.
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. safely.
- Work in teams ensuring that the conveyor system does not back up and become jammed with product.
- Rotate to different positions during shift.
- Determine if the product meets proper specifications or not and take corrective action as needed.
- Assist in the general good housekeeping of the area.
- Accountable for a safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks.
- Adhere to Quality work practices, follow all GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety and quality.
- Ensure regulatory compliance at all times.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Disassemble, clean, sanitize and reassemble some production equipment along with cleaning and sanitizing the production work areas with the use of pressure sprayers, foamers, and other sanitation equipment.
- Assist in setup and start of designated production equipment.
- Assist in Clean Out of Place (COP) procedures.
- Complete the proper paperwork required of the position.
EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED:
- At least one year of stable work history preferred.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and withstand constant motion.
- The ability to repeatedly lift and carry 30 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs. safely.
- The ability to work indoors, on hard surfaces, in changing temperatures.
- Ability to travel stairs.
- Basic math skills and verbal skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment. Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and Safety regulations, Sanitation procedures, and wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required.
- Basic mechanical skills with the ability to disassemble and reassemble production equipment
- Ability to learn Confined Space Entry procedures and Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO)
- Learn and adhere to chemical safety training
- Strong attention to detail when reassembling equipment
- Ability to achieve Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) certification
- Ability to operate specific equipment or tools
Salary : $17 - $19