Dryer Operator -Day Shift

Fresh Express Salads; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company is seeking a Dryer Operator to transport products and operate drying equipment. Essential duties include ensuring maximum drying efficiency while adhering to safety protocols and SOPs. The ideal candidate must be able to lift heavy barrels and stand for long periods. Experience in a similar environment is preferred. This is a physically demanding role requiring a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift.
• Perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
• Pass physical strength test.

Responsibilities

• Transport products to and from dryers.
• Operate dryer apparatus and modify settings as needed.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and safety guidelines.

Skills

Ability to lift/push/pull barrels

Count and follow instructions

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

Overview

The Dryer Operator transports products from trim lines into dryers and from dryers into hoppers via barrels and totes.

Responsibilities

• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Compliance to SOPs, GMPs, Housekeeping, Safety, and all other FE policies.
• Obtains empty barrels and positions them under the appropriate trim line to prevent barrel overflow and product spill.
• Ensures barrels are filled properly to guarantee maximum drying efficiency per product specifications.
• Operates dryer apparatus including, but not limited to barrels, dollies, hoists, dryers and hoppers.
• Follows proper blending procedures in accordance to Quality blend ratios in Hopper area (this includes any Deviated blending and other proper blending of product).
• Ensures the proper product dries correctly and is then added to the correct hopper per the production schedule.
• Modifies machine settings as needed based on product specifications.
• Follows checklists and processes to ensure proper startup of equipment.
• Keeps area clean at all times.
• Employees may be assigned to perform other tasks such as packing, palletizing, trimming, inserting master packs, housekeeping, rework, general labor activities, etc. on a temporary basis.
• Responsible for actively supporting the other members of the employee's work team including assisting with cross-training, new-hire/buddy assignments, and process support during breaks, meal periods, and other staff coverage as needed.
• Be able to participate in process improvement projects.
• Report any equipment malfunction or unsafe condition to the floor coordinator or supervisor immediately.
• Able to work in different lines such as clam lines, ASL line and main lines in both salad and healthy snacking.
• Working conditions include a cold atmosphere (30-34 degrees), wet surfaces and moderate to high noise levels.
• Follow all safety guidelines and SOPs at all times.

Required Qualifications/Skills

• Must be able to continuously lift/push/pull barrels of product with assistance from a hydraulic hoist for certain process steps.
• Physical requirements: must be able to stand for the duration of the shift (8 hours or more), perform repetitive motions throughout shift such as push/pull/lift, bending continuously throughout the shift.
• Must be able to work 6 consecutive days, overtime and weekends if necessary.
• Must be able to climb stairs or step up onto a platform several times throughout the shift.
• Must be able to count.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instruction.
• Must be able to read and write.
• Must pass physical strength test that measures physical strength ability and be able to follow all safety guidelines and procedures.
• Must adhere to GMPs and PPEs as required.

Other Desired Qualifications/Skills

• Prior experience in a similar temperature/strenuous work environment preferred.
• Receptive to training and have the ability to learn new procedures
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Experience

Prior experience in a packing environment

Other Information

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.