Operator, Coating

**MUST BE 18 YEARS OLD TO WORK FOR MONOGRAM APPETIZERS**

Position Summary: Operates machine to blend ingredients into compounds for processing by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Set up of equipment for startup and change over
Load ingredients into mixing machine hopper from pallets
Start machine and adjust valves to admit water to mixing chamber to aid in blending and densifying
Operate machine until mixture reaches desired consistency, and turns lever to unload mixture onto production line
Operate auxiliary equipment to break up, grind, dry mix, or otherwise prepare mixture for final processing
Monitor mixing machine by filling hoppers with ingredients periodically to ensure consistent flow
Adjust equipment for efficient operations and product quality at all times; proper coating coverage; proper pick-up %
Monitor waste reductions
Record ingredient usage, lot codes, viscosity settings and temperature of batter
Weighs and records waste at the end of production run.
Record ingredient usage and lot codes and ensures that correct ingredients being used and correct amounts
Record downtime data and data for quality assurance and inventory
Complete preventive maintenance as needed
Ensure all safety devices are operable and being used
Work with enthusiasm and sense of urgency daily
Maintain adherence to company policies, safety standards and good manufacturing practices
Must wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as provided
Must follow all plant food safety and person safety rules and procedures
Perform other duties as required and directed

“This role will require extended hours based on production needs, including work to be performed after regular business hours and on weekends.”