Ice Plant Operator

Newrest; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A food service provider based in Houston is seeking an Ice Plant Operator. The role involves overseeing the operation of the ice plant, conducting regular checks, and ensuring compliance with HACCP regulations. Candidates should possess flexibility, the ability to operate machinery, and work in freezing temperatures. On-the-job training will be provided, and candidates must have a basic understanding of English and the ability to count. This role demands good attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to count.
• Must be willing to work weekends.
• Must be able to work in varying temperatures, including freezing temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall operation of ice plant.
• Check previous operator shift report for issues.
• Ensure proper function of ice bagging machine.

Skills

Ability to work fast-paced environment

Good knowledge of HACCP regulations

Must be able to speak, read, and write in English

Tools

Rake/hook

Step ladder

Hose, mop and bucket

Job description

Roles And Responsibilities

• Oversee overall operation of ice plant, spot check critical points and notify Facility Maintenance of any needed repairs
• Removing of loose ice and frozen bags from ice storage bins

Training Requirements

• Ice Plant operator will receive On the Job Training from a Senior operator
• Recurrent training throughout the year for Catering Operations policies

Tools Needed

• Rake/hook to level out ice bags in storage bins
• Step ladder to inspect ice conveyor belt
• Hose, mop and bucket for melting fallen ice from auger

Procedures

Shift start-up

• Check previous operator shift report for any issues
• Check computer display to verify how many ice compressors are running
• Check ice surge bin to ensure there is ice in the hopper and that it is not frozen
• Check that the rake and carpet in the ice surge bin are operating smoothly
• Inspect the bagged ice storage bins. Look for how many bins are full and rake down any bags that are piled up under the drop zones
• Ensure Transportation agents are taking the older bags prior to dropping new ones
• Turn on the surge bin control panel
• Start the ice bagging machine (2 machines, only run 1 at a time)
• Run 3 bags through the ice bagger machine, then check that the stapler is sealing the bags properly
• Check the runner pads on the ice bagger machine, apply oil if needed

Shift Duties

• Melt and clean up any dropped ice under the auger from the compressors to the surge bin
• Periodic check of ice bag storage bins to check levels and ice usage. Should also clear out any ice bags piled up against the photo eyes inside of the bagged ice storage bins
• Periodic check of the ice conveyor belt in Cooler 12 to clear any jammed ice bags
• Cleaning out of the ice bag storage bins of loose ice and/or ice bags frozen to the walls and floor (this is completed on a schedule compliant with Food Safety guidelines and in cooperation with the Facility custodial partner)

End of Shift

• Check the window of the surge bin to ensure ice has been bagged and bin is empty
• Turn off surge bin control panel
• Turn off the ice bagger machine, ensure bagger drop cone is empty prior to turning the bagger machine off
• Fill out Ice Plant shift report (includes information such as how many bags of ice were produced, any mechanical issues experienced during the shift, were the mechanical issues resolved, etc).
• Compliance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP)/General manufacturing practices (GMP) guidelines for personal hygiene, and observe security precautions as mandated by unit management.
• Satisfactory and punctual attendance is expected.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English
• Must be able to count.
• Must be able to work in varying temperatures, including freezing temperatures
• Be able to understand documents,
• Must be willing to work weekends.
• Good knowledge of HACCP regulations.
• Ability to work fast-paced environment
• Ability to show flexibility in working in various areas of the department.
• Ability to know how one’s performance affects the areas before and after you.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to a fluctuating temperature environment, with a majority of that time in a freezing temperature environment. The individual is regularly required to stand, lift, bend over, walk, talk and/or hear. The employee may also regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The noise level may range from moderate to loud.