Instant Coffee Processor I

WM B REILY & COMPANY INC; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

WM B REILY & COMPANY INC in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Processor I to safely operate processing equipment in the Knoxville Plant, ensuring quality products are produced timely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include startup/shutdown sequencing, following GMPs and safety guidelines, maintaining product specs, performing basic preventative maintenance, and documenting quality and production data daily.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of machine operator/production experience preferred.
• Technical skills to operate processing equipment and perform start-up/shut-down sequencing.
• Basic preventative maintenance and HMI computer skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication, time management, and rule-following abilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate processing equipment efficiently according to GMPs and safety guidelines.
• Perform start up and shut down sequencing of processing equipment.
• Learn and maintain product specifications, blends, recipes, and quality specs.
• Perform preventative maintenance and basic inspections on equipment.
• Use the Digital Production System (Redzone) to track downtime and quality documents.
• Complete quality, batch data, traceability, and production paperwork.
• Report product deficiencies or safety concerns to supervisor.
• Assist with product changeovers and keep a clean workstation.
• Follow safety procedures and participate in safety training.
• Ensure safe and efficient use of equipment and report injuries immediately.
• Support GMPs and emergency action plan; ensure food safety and legality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Operate processing equipment

Start-up / shutdown sequencing

Basic preventative maintenance

HMI computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

2+ years machine operator/production experience

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Knoxville Plant - Knoxville, TN 37919, The Processor I is responsible for safely operating equipment in the processing area ensuring that quality products are produced timely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operate processing equipment efficiently according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), and food/employee safety requirements and guidelines to meet daily labor and waste goals as planned and driven by management


• Perform start up and shut down sequencing of processing equipment


• Learn and maintain standards for product specifications, blends, recipes, and acceptable quality specifications


• Perform preventative maintenance on processing equipment including cleaning, lubricating, and visual inspection


• Utilize Digital Production System (Redzone) to track downtime, perform quality compliance documents and communicate with support functions


• Accurately complete all quality, product batch data, traceability, and production paperwork


• Report any product deficiencies, food or safety concerns to supervisor


• Performs minor equipment adjustments to ensure equipment is operating optimally


• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation and assists with product change overs


• Follow all safety procedures and actively participate in safety training and safety system ownership initiatives


• Maintain safe and efficient use of equipment, tools, and person; reports any injury, accident, or unsafe condition to supervisor immediately


• Support and comply with GMP’s; understand and follow emergency action plan


• Support food safety, quality, and legality


• Ensure the operation is providing food-safe, quality products which meet or exceed all product specifications and regulatory requirements


• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED


• 2+ years of machine operator/production experience preferred


• Technical skills include the ability to operate processing equipment, start-up/shut down sequencing, basic preventative maintenance and basic HMI computer skills


• Interpersonal skills include good verbal and written communication, good time management skills and the ability to follow rules and directions


• Leadership skills include a positive attitude, being a team player and self-leadership