Position Summary: Weigh and apply Mirepoix and other ingredients to the Rice Blend according to recipe and required specifications.
Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure that all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are followed.Apply ingredients to recipe specificationsVerify that all materials and equipment are available for production use.Ensure that all ingredients are used in FIFO (First In, First Out) order onlyAdvise the Production Supervisor of any material shortages.Ensure that all materials are kept up in a neat, orderly fashion.
Partial quantities of materials should be weighed, labeled, and stored properly at the end of each shift.Have knowledge of the batch weighing and usage processEnsure that materials are consistent with Ajinomoto Windsor Inc.’s standards, (size, shape, color etc.)Keeps accurate reports of the quantities of ingredients used in each batch and use as directed.Ensure all materials are properly labeled and the lot numbers are recorded on the paperworkEnsure that all reports are turned in at end of shift and that all the paperwork is filled out correctlyEnsure that the immediate surrounding areas are kept clean during and at the end of the shift.Notify production lead and/or supervisor of any problems with equipment.Keep area free of condensationOther responsibilities as assigned my lead and supervisorFollow all safety procedures The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to twist and turn and stand on foot.
The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, normally at waist level and sometimes at shoulder level.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee will be working in hot and cold temperatures.
Position Qualifications: A High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Must possess computer literacy that is corresponds with line and equipment operation.Experience in a food manufacturing plant operating food manufacturing equipment is preferred.
Ability to apply mathematical concepts to calculate weights, percentages, etc.Good communication skills (reading, writing and verbal) are to interface with co-workers, Team Leaders and ManagersMust be willing to work as part of a team; also, self-motivated and able to work with little supervision