Premix Machine Operator II - 1St Shift

Company Information

At Richelieu Foods, we are dedicated to a culture of belonging for everyone. Driven by our values of ownership, respect, and growth, we put people, safety, and quality above all else -- delicious pizza, outstanding service, and solid customer relationships are what happens as a result.

Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer focused on frozen pizza. We have two manufacturing facilities located in IL and WI. We provide products to many national retailers, wholesalers, distributors, club and mass stores, as well as industrial accounts including other food manufacturers.

Job Summary

At Richelieu Foods we make Great Food from Great People. We are looking for a 1st Shift Machine Operator II in our PreMix department. As our PreMix Machine Operator II, you are assisting the PreMix Lead with all the aspects of PreMix operations, including production, and product quality. They will ensure that the mixing operation is running smoothly, efficiently, and timely while also meeting operational demands.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Requestions for the required ingredients stated on the BOM from the material handler.
• Combines all materials in proper sequence and signs off that each ingredient has been added and processed for the correct amount of time as outlined in the mixing system (WIP/Formula Sheet.)
• Responsible for safe operation, accurate scaling of ingredients, mixing in the proper sequence and maintaining mixer schedule.
• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices, food safety and Superior quality standards (GMPs, HACCP, FSI, SQF, etc.)
• Conduct product inspection to ensure specs are met.
• Change machine settings as needed.
• Proper interpretation of all formulas and proper development of all WIPs, including but not limited to time, temperature, weight, and exceptions to formulas.
• Ensuring that mixing equipment adheres to sanitation regulations.
• Keeps work area, tools, and supplies, organized and sanitary throughout the shift.
• Ability to work and communicate well with others as a part of a team.
• Completes and delivers all batch forms (Formula Sheet) to the Supply Chain Manager.
• Assists in the training of mixing area helpers and / or assistant mixers.
• Follows all GMP's and Safety Procedures as outlined by RFI.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to read a WIP schedule and have basic math skills.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs regularly and 75lbs occasionally.
• Must be able to multi-task in a fast- paced environment.
• Bilingual skills a plus
• Food manufacturing experience
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Comfortable in a cold working environment.
• Ability to work occasional Saturdays.

Working Conditions

• Standard Manufacturing environment with frequent exposure to hot/cold temperatures, moving mechanical parts and power industrial trucks.

• Requires 100% onsite attendance to perform the essential functions of the role.

Pay and Benefits

The following information is provided in accordance with applicable state and local laws. Compensation is based on experience, geographic locations, and other legally permitted factors. The starting hourly rate is $18.50. This position may also be eligible for overtime pay.

Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance; pre-tax spending accounts; 401K with company match; paid time off; short-term and long-term disability; and life insurance.

Disclosures

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended only to be a general description of the essential functions common to positions of this type.

Richelieu Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.