Kitchen Operator - Days

Simmons Foods; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Foods is seeking a kitchen operator to support batch production in our facility. You will follow batch sheets, weigh ingredients accurately, record batch data and supplier information, and perform final QC checks with supervision.

The role requires reading and following instructions, basic math, and English literacy. You will work on-site with PPE and safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and follow batch sheets.
• Must weigh ingredients accurately and record weights.
• Must understand safety policies and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Follow the schedule and call for batches from the meat room.
• Weigh all ingredients and record weight before batching.
• Record lot numbers and supplier for each ingredient used.
• Kitchen operator is a final QC check; notify QC and supervisor of issues (e.g., batch thick/thin, off color/odor).
• Record batching information on formula kitchen sheets: gravy weight, water level, water temp, final batch weight, fill temps, additives.
• Clean and sanitize the kitchen during can size changeovers or as directed by Supervisor.
• Follow rinse procedures for the emulsifier and tanks 1, 2, & 3.
• Regulate dropping temperature per batch sheet or supervisor instructions.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic math skills

Reading and writing English

Job description

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Follow the order of the schedule and call for batches from the meat room, as required.
• Weigh all ingredients and record weight before batching.
• Record lot numbers and supplier for each ingredient used.
• Kitchen operator is a final check for Q.C and supervisor- must notify Q.C and supervisor of anything unusual; i.e. batch too thick, too thin, off-color, off odor.
• Follow formula guidelines, which are listed, on each batch sheet.
• Record batching information for each batch made on formula kitchen sheets. These include gravy weight, water level, water temp, tri-blender R.P.M.'s final batch weight, fill temps and additives.
• Clean and sanitize entire kitchen during can size changeovers or when notified by Supervisor.
• Follow rinse procedures for cleaning the emulsifier and tanks 1, 2, & 3.
• Regulate the dropping temperature, as required. Follow batch sheet guidelines or Supervisor instructions.

Participates as a member of the Team

Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies; coordinates work to ensure B.E.S.T practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.

Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives:

Is familiar with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position's role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives:

This position description is intended to guide the activities of the kitchen operator and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describes all the work that may be required of the person in this position.

Physical Activities:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, must be able to stand on feet for the entire shift.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

• Safety Glasses, Rubber Gloves, Rubber boots, Safety boots, Rubber Apron, Hearing Protection

Travel:

No travel.

Technical Experience:

NA

Industry Experience:

Background in manufacturing.

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or equivalent. Must have basic math skills. Must be able to read, write and understand English.