Flumer

Idaho Pacific Holdings; Rigby (ID); On-site; USD 1,791,000 - 2,342,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Pacific Holdings in Idaho is seeking a Flumer to move potatoes from raw receiving to raw sort areas using water and a shovel. The role includes performing peel loss tests and maintaining clean, safe work zones with careful water and chemical use.

The position requires following the Shift Manager's Run Order, coordinating conveyor speeds, monitoring pump pits for mud, and relaying issues promptly. The job supports clean, safe plant areas during each shift and adherence to GMPs.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Feed potatoes to pit conveyor as required.
• Keep bins, work area and trenches cleaned and washed as needed.
• Follow Run Order from Shift Manager for flume operations.
• Set/adjust conveyor speeds to ensure uninterrupted flow to Peeler.
• Monitor pump pit for mud; perform pump/clean as needed.
• Conduct peel loss tests on peelers at least twice per shift.
• Report problems to Shift Manager immediately.
• Ensure hoses are hung safely and do not create hazards.

Job description

Summary:

The Flumer will have the responsibility to move potatoes from the raw receiving area to the raw sort area through the use of water and a shovel. In addition, the Flumer will conduct tests to measure peel loss. Will keep bays, flumes, raw sort, and waste plant areas clean and free of debris while being conservative with water usage and cautious with chemical usage

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure potatoes are fed to the pit conveyor that is in use.
• Keep bins, work area, and trenches cleaned and washed out as necessary. Accomplish efficient cleaning by starting a new bay while the other bay is cleaned.
• Follow the Run Order as provided by the Shift Manager (flume from the correct bays as instructed by management).
• Set and/or adjust conveyor speeds to ensure the Peeler has an uninterrupted flow of product without overloading the Peeler. Work with others to coordinate this as needed.
• Monitor the pump pit for excess mud, pump and/or clean out as necessary. Ensure holding tanks are full prior to pumping.
• Conduct peel loss tests for both peelers (when running) at least two times per shift.
• Immediately report problems to the Shift Manager
• Ensure all hoses are properly hung and do not pose a hazard after each us. Do not allow hose nozzle to make contact with floor.
• Use caution around moving parts and equipment, and around open, exposed trenches, or trenches with high foam. Request and use de-foamer as needed. Ensure area is safe prior to entering.
• Will be required to relieve Raw Sort personnel for breaks and lunches.
• Keep areas of responsibility clean and well maintained during shift hours, and ensure area is clean for the next shift.
• Comply with all safety regulations; follow all plant and safety policies
• Follows all company and regulated good manufacturing practices.
• Completes all other responsibilities as necessary