Job Description:

Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's-Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

Purpose Statement

Accomplish the preparation of frozen cheese made on assigned production lines at the Brunswick facility by performing certain tasks involved in preparing raw cheese to meet quality specifications and production needs. Will be assigned as a Cheeseroom Operator position based on needs of the cheeseroom and person's physical ability to perform the functions of that position. Contributes to the profitability of the Company by performing tasks in a safe, efficient, quality-conscious, and cost-conscious manner and by working in a cooperative manner with his/her Team Leader and co-workers. This is a 3rd Shift role.

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

1.Building on the knowledge of processing learned in the Brunswick Plant or operational training at another location, learns how to prepare raw cheese products that meet quality specifications and production needs. Performs specific tasks associated with this process that must be done while he/she is assigned. This includes, but is not limited to:

• knowing and having an understanding of the right specifications for the product being run on the line.


• making sure that the correct raw materials are brought to the line; if not, notifying Fork Lift Driver to remove and bring the correct ones.


• setting up all equipment so that it will run properly.


• Operating pallet jack or forklift equipment in accordance with methods/procedures set forth in training.


• Sssisting maintenance mechanics with preventive maintenance of machinery by reporting any problems with operation or suspected maintenance needs; assists with performing other maintenance tasks as requested.


• Performing the physical tasks involved in this specific position.


• Prepping raw material ahead of time to keep up with the demands of the lines.


• Removing all plastic from cheese and inspecting each block before it goes through the grinding process.


• Operating pallet jack or forklift in a safe manner in prepping and staging raw cheese product to be opened.


• Sweeping food debris on the floor into small piles, picking it up with a dustpan, and placing it in the proper waste container.


• disposing of paper, plastic or other cardboard material into the proper trash container.


• pushing trash carts or waste carts of materials to proper disposal area.


• using a low-pressure water hose to wash the last traces of food debris down the drain, consistent with plant waste water and sanitation policies.


• using a rubber squeegee to push water off the floor toward and down floor drains.


• keeping track of all cheese tags used for production records to be recorded on batch sheets.


• taking accountability of raw cheese on plant floor at beginning and end of shift when returning material back to Shipping Department.


• Understanding mechanical functions of equipment being used in grinding process.


• Understanding of how to assemble/disassemble all cheese room equipment.


• Safely opening cheese blocks with knives and stacking raw cheese on table.


• Other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.


• 1+ years Machine operator experience required


• Basic computer skills including Excel and Word


• Self-motivated and ability to take initiative and use sound judgment in day-to-day decision making


• Punctual and reliable in work attendance


• Ability to organize and communicate to all levels of personnel


• Flexible and able to manage others


• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs


• High school diploma or equivalent preferred


• Excellent English communication skills required, bilingual speaker a plus

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich's. Please contact Rich's Human Resources department at hrhelp@rich.comif you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

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