Flake Line Operator

Idaho Pacific Holdings; Ririe (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Pacific Holdings is seeking a Flake Line Operator to monitor and operate the product line, ensure products meet specifications, and work with QA and Drum Operators to maintain quality. You will delegate duties, train staff, and help identify maintenance needs for timely fixes.

Responsibilities include following SOPs, assisting with line cleanups, maximizing output with minimal waste, logging readings, adjusting temperatures, and keeping accurate records in English.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow SOPs and maintain product specifications.
• Capable of training teammates and delegating tasks as needed.
• Strong record-keeping for temperatures, times and log entries.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs to produce products within specifications.
• Assist in training personnel for line duties and clean-ups.
• Operate line to maximize output with minimal waste.
• Start/stop line at correct times and maintain line flow.
• Maintain clean and sanitary conditions across the area.
• Coordinate with QA and drum operators for quality assurance.
• Record readings, temperatures and line adjustments in logs.
• Ensure moisture limits are maintained and additive rates tracked.
• Direct periodic equipment clean-ups with sanitation staff.
• Communicate daily with other shift operators for handoffs.
• Cross-train on other production lines and report issues.

Skills

Flake line operations

Quality control

Safety consciousness

Training others

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma/equivalent

Job description

The Flake Line Operator's position involves monitoring and operating equipment on the product line. Responsibilities include keeping the product within specifications and maintaining high quality - will be required to work with the Quality Assurance department and Drum Operators to accomplish this. Must be able to professionally delegate duties; assist other operators / positions where needed; and assist in the training of personnel. Will identify any maintenance needs on the flake line and communicate this to the Shift Manager and/or shift mechanic.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow the approved Standard Operating Procedures of the flake line to produce products within their appropriate specifications.
• Assists with the training and direction of personnel who may be assigned to assist on the line for clean-ups and shutdowns, etc.
• Operates the line to maximize the output of good, finished product with minimal waste.
• Responsible for starting and stopping the line at appropriate times.
• Area of responsibility begins at the flume and continues through to the packaged goods area.
• Ensure the holding tank is kept clean and well maintained. Ensure all other equipment (including the flake slide, knife bars and snifter tubes), floors, and all area of responsibility is kept in a clean and sanitary condition at all times.
• Directs the periodic clean-ups of all equipment within the area, works with the sanitation supervisor to ensure a thorough cleaning and sanitizing of equipment is successfully completed at regularly scheduled intervals.
• Take timings, readings, and temperatures hourly and record the results. Make any necessary changes to temperature, etc. so that the quality of the product is maintained. Record in detail all changes and line adjustments in the log book. Records must be legible, accurate, and complete, in English.
• Properly mix the additive as necessary for the product being produced.
• Check additive rates at least once an hour, more often as needed. Ensure the correct additive level is added to the mash. Record exact amounts of additives when checked, and record any additive adjustments made. This should be done every time the additives are checked.
• Log date codes and lot numbers of additive(s) used in the log book.
• Adjust the knife on the drums so it cuts properly, without exceeding 30 psi. If cutting is difficult, the knife will need to be changed.
• Work with the QA Lab to ensure the product being produced is in grade and complies with the specifications for the product. Advise the Shift Manager or other appropriate authority if the product is out of grade.
• Know moisture limits for each product and maintain consistent moisture without exceeding moisture limits.
• Communicates on a daily basis with other shift Flake Line Operators to assure proper transition between shifts.
• Keep the yield and peel time as low as possible. Verify with the Drum Operator that all dirty mash is removed.
• Check the slabber knife and ensure the slice thickness is correct. Verify the slabber knife is cutting cleanly.
• Follows safe working practices at all times. Abides by all Lock Out, confined space, fall protection and forklift policies. Ensures all safety policies are followed by anyone who may be assigned to the line or assisting with periodic clean-ups.
• Keep Shift manager informed of progress and/or problems.
• Completes all other duties as necessary. Will likely be cross trained on other production lines.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of flake line production policies and procedures to ensure the safety of product and personnel.
• Ability to give instruction and teach others regarding processes and equipment operation.
• Ability to complete paperwork and reports; basic math skills needed.
• Good communication skills, both written and oral.
• Good time management skills.
• Good people skills.
• Ability to monitor self and processes to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Ability to work well with all levels of staff.
• Must be safety and quality conscious.

Education must be of such level as to allow for the accurate reading, writing, calculation and communication of the required materials and instructions to complete the job responsibilities. High school diploma/equivalent or higher education preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand, bend, sit or move repetitively for up to 12 hours.
• Must be able to lift on a regular basis up to 50 lbs. without assistance and up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Ability to tolerate dust or chemicals.
• Ability to work safely around moving parts and equipment.
• Bending, stretching, lifting, reaching, climbing, crawling, and fingering required. Must be able to see and hear sufficiently to operate equipment safely in an environment with high levels of noise and low-lit areas.
• Willing to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.