Operates machines within assigned area. This includes troubleshooting, cleanup, setup, quality control, and waste control.
Performs chemical cleaning within assigned area, both on daily turnaround and unplanned intervals.
Escalates acute and chronic machine and organizational issues to Line Specialist and/or Lead as required.
Supports existing line operation documentation, such as Gemba boards, changeover checklists, 5S, centerlines, and CIL tracking, by completing the required tasks and documentation at the required intervals.
Supports new initiatives when required by providing feedback, writing and training others on procedures, and adopting new tasks and documentation.
Accountable for keeping and maintaining assigned tools.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the food industry
Available to work overtime and weekends on a seasonal basis
Self-driven to address problems and find solutions head-on
Willingness to rotate through different machine center areas throughout shift
Required attributes
Self-starter able to conceptualize and drive initiatives forward
Positive attitude and motivated by contributing to the overall success of the team
Able to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Creative problem-solving skills
Obsessive attention to detail, well organized and able to juggle many projects at once
Comfortable moving at a fast pace and in ambiguous environments
Passionate about food
Willing to address difficult situations head on with patience and respect
LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY
Works with little supervision, but work is reviewed. Exercises discretion within areas of responsibility.
Recommends actions and alternatives to supervisor and others.
Position has little to no contact with customers.
Position makes indirect contribution to efforts that generate moderate levels of revenue.
Decisions or actions may have a moderate impact on other departments and/or external relationships of the organization. Errors are usually detected after the fact and may result in moderate interruption and delays in work output.
Compensation: $19.00-$22.00 per hour
Kettle Cuisine offers the following benefits at low or not cost:
Medical
401k
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an Operator while performing the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demands/Efforts
Work requires occasional physical exertion, including some lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Extensive standing
Vision/hearing
Talking
Repetitive motion (hands/wrists)
Climb and balance
Mental & Visual Demands
Work performed by this position requires moderate concentration to effectively execute moderately complex tasks.
Work occasionally requires some degree of visual effort for periods of time.
Work Environment and Hazards
Work Environment is cold/damp
Employee works in a manufacturing setting with some exposure to heat, cold, dust, or other factors of minor inconvenience.
The position has some exposure to hazards that might cause minor injury.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
Kettle Cuisine complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws. This means we will not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability in any phase of the employment relationship including application for employment, hiring, promotions and/or advancement opportunities, termination, compensation, training and any other conditions or privileges of employment.
CORE VALUES
Kettle Cuisine takes the utmost pride in its people, products and reputation. Each employee is expected to understand and live our Core Values every day.
Honor Food – We create and produce the best tasting, safest, all-natural recipes that strive for perfection in every batch, from bench to kettle
Honor Each Other – We seek to develop trusting, respectful and mutually rewarding relationships with all our team members and business partners
Honor Development – We recognize and nurture each other’s talents, strengths and interests in order to further strengthen and grow our team
Honor Innovation – We continually strive for creative and sustainable ways to achieve excellence