Breaking Operator - Second Shift

Post Holdings Inc.; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Foods, Inc. is seeking a Breaking Operator to ensure product quality by monitoring shell eggs and liquid egg production. You will help maintain food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance by identifying defective eggs and monitoring equipment.

No prior experience required; training provided. The role includes rotating between Candler and Breaking Machine Operator stations, following GMP, HACCP, SQF, and sanitation standards, and reporting safety concerns.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training will be provided.
• Basic reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions and work in a structured production environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
• Comply with all food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Rotate between two production stations: Candler and Breaking Machine Operator.
• Monitor product quality and take corrective action when specifications are not met.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, and sanitation requirements to maintain food safety and product quality standards.
• Report any food safety, quality, or workplace safety concerns to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic reading

Basic writing

Basic math

Follow instructions

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Brand: Michael Foods Inc.

Categories: Operations Production

Locations: Klingerstown, Pennsylvania

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Remote Eligible: No

Req ID: 31565

Job Description

Business Unit Overview

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that's First in Food _._

Location Description

Michael Foods, Inc. located in Klingerstown, Pennyslvania known for their ice cream socials at Klingerstown Lutheran Parish, fishing rodeo, and fireman's parade.

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY

The Breaking Operator is responsible for ensuring product quality by monitoring shell eggs and liquid egg production throughout the breaking process. This position plays a key role in food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance by identifying and removing defective eggs and monitoring equipment to prevent inedible product from entering the production stream. All team members are expected to follow safety policies, food safety standards, and quality procedures at all times.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow all safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
• Comply with all food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Rotate between two production stations:
• Candler: Inspect and remove damaged, cracked, dirty, or otherwise defective shell eggs according to USDA standards.
• Breaking Machine Operator: Monitor the breaking machine and remove inedible egg product by operating diversion controls when necessary.
• Monitor product quality and take corrective action when specifications are not met.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, and sanitation requirements to maintain food safety and product quality standards.
• Report any food safety, quality, or workplace safety concerns to management.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude while working with teammates and supervisors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Breaking Operator is responsible for ensuring product quality by monitoring shell eggs and liquid egg production throughout the breaking process. This position plays a key role in food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance by identifying and removing defective eggs and monitoring equipment to prevent inedible product from entering the production stream. All team members are expected to follow safety policies, food safety standards, and quality procedures at all times.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow all safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
• Comply with all food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Rotate between two production stations:
• Candler: Inspect and remove damaged, cracked, dirty, or otherwise defective shell eggs according to USDA standards.
• Breaking Machine Operator: Monitor the breaking machine and remove inedible egg product by operating diversion controls when necessary.
• Monitor product quality and take corrective action when specifications are not met.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, and sanitation requirements to maintain food safety and product quality standards.
• Report any food safety, quality, or workplace safety concerns to management.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude while working with teammates and supervisors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• No prior experience required; training will be provided.
• Basic reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions and work in a structured production environment.
• Ability to use common sense and sound judgment when identifying product quality or safety concerns.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Frequent visual inspection of eggs and product quality.
• Exposure to production equipment, noise, and varying temperatures.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications associated with the position.

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