Receiving / Lab Operator

Quality tests of all incoming raw materials as specified in reception procedure

Sampling raw materials from bulk trucks, big bags, and totes

Perform various laboratory analysis on raw materials according to control plan

Perform receiving document procedures (delivery documentations) and sign delivery documents including, if necessary, quality / quantity objections

Inform Q&FS Manager of quality deviations according to product standards and production procedures

Accept or decline reception of goods according to reception procedures

Collaborate with raw material supply coordinator on inbound receiving scheduling priority

Offload raw materials from trucks (bulks -liquids, seed, meals…, big bags, bags) (including adding of chemicals like insecticide or antioxidant as required by quality specifications)

Accurately maintain WMS (Warehouse Management System)

Immediately report any stock discrepancies

Day to day use of forklifts and shag truck to offload and store raw materials in warehouse

Laboratory instrument calibrations, verifications and record keeping

Perform area-related equipment first level maintenance

Perform inventory of raw ingredients in bins, silos and racks (cyclical and period end inventories)

Detect and report raw material quality problems

Advise raw material supply coordinator of late or missing raw material deliveries

Customer service with inbound delivery companies

Prepare samples and documentation for external labs

Preparation of finished products to ensure quality control (micro sampling)

Accurate submission of products to offsite/external laboratory

Working knowledge of food safety

Responsible for assisting all areas in maintaining high levels of daily cleanliness and adherence to site GMP's

Prioritize work daily by identifying pressing issues, through communication with each operator, knowing shift production plans and awareness of area

Promote high quality team environment through effective team work and self-management with a positive attitude

Performs all assigned activities and job tasks within their area

Understands production schedules as they relate to shut downs

Detailed cleaning of large areas and work spaces

Detailed cleaning of large pieces of manufacturing equipment

Understanding of microbiological and pest control as it pertains to a food manufacturing environment

The ability to work with all Teams at the site on Sanitation, Pest Control and Housekeeping projects.

The ability to work in enclosed spaces

The desire to work as an interactive team in a plant setting

When assigned to a specific operation area, complete all duties associated with that assignment in a safe and efficient manner

Perform sanitation duties as required by the Master Sanitation Schedule, with particular attention to lock out/tag out procedures. Complete required documentation

Assist the plant to meet or exceed production goals

Other duties and responsibilities throughout the plant as assigned by Manager

Physical/Environmental Requirements

Standing on a concrete floor

Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform)

Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 55lbs

Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust dirt and chemicals

Vision correctable to 20/20