Mixer (3rd Shift)

J&J Snack Foods Corp; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

J&J Snack Foods Corp in Carrollton, TX, is seeking a Mixer responsible for accurate and safe dough preparation on the production line, following usage sheets and maintaining sanitation.

You will monitor ingredient usage, record keeping, and equipment maintenance, report deficiencies, and assist on a shift with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and detail-oriented.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations.
• Capable of working with limited supervision and following instructions.
• Understanding of operations from mixing and recognizing issues.
• Knowledgeable in GMPs, HACCP, SOPs, and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dough as directed by line lead or shift supervisor, following usage sheets.
• Ensure correct ingredients are used and prepare coating for production line use.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely records of ingredient usage and other required records.
• Ensure an adequate supply of necessary ingredients is on hand.
• Check that dough-making equipment is properly maintained for safe operation.
• Roll empty dough table to mixer to receive new batch of dough.
• Maintain work area to meet plant sanitation and safety standards.
• Inspect all ingredients for packaging quality and foreign materials.
• Report any deficiencies affecting product quality to shift supervisor or line lead.
• Perform all other related work as assigned.

Skills

Self-motivated

Arithmetic

Follow instructions

Attention to detail

GMPs/HACCP/SOPs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”.

POSITION SUMMARY

Accurate and safe preparation of dough. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Prepares dough for use on production line as directed by line lead or shift supervisor. Follow Usage Sheets and verify that correct ingredients are used. Prepares coating for use on production line as directed by line lead or shift supervisor. Keeps complete, accurate, and timely records of ingredient usage and other records as required. Keeps an adequate supply of necessary ingredients on hand. Checks to see that the doughmaking equipment is being properly maintained to perform a continuous safe operation. Cuts sections from mother dough and deposits into feed hopper. Rolls empty dough table to mixer to receive new batch of dough. Maintain work area to meet plant sanitation and safety standards. Inspects all ingredients used in dough preparation for packaging quality and foreign materials. Reports to shift supervisor or line lead any deficiencies which could affect the finished product quality. Performs all other related work as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

To perform this job successfully, the Mixer must be self‑motivated, able to problem solve, detail‑oriented, and able to stay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Must be able to work with limited supervision. Be able to follow written and verbal instructions. Must understand the operations from mixing to recognize problems that can occur and take quick corrective action. Must be knowledgeable in GMPs’, HACCP, SOP’s, sanitation practices, & Product Trace & Recovery pertaining to the food industry.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) up to one month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

None

Summary

The Mixer is responsible for the accurate and safe preparation of dough for the production line, ensuring adherence to quality standards and production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dough as directed by line lead or shift supervisor, following usage sheets.
• Ensure the correct ingredients are used and prepare coating for production line use.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely records of ingredient usage and other required records.
• Ensure an adequate supply of necessary ingredients is on hand.
• Check that dough‑making equipment is properly maintained for safe operation.
• Cut sections from mother dough and deposit into feed hopper.
• Roll empty dough table to mixer to receive new batch of dough.
• Maintain work area to meet plant sanitation and safety standards.
• Inspect all ingredients for packaging quality and foreign materials.
• Report any deficiencies affecting product quality to shift supervisor or line lead.
• Perform all other related work as assigned.

Required Skills

• Self‑motivated with the ability to solve problems and remain detail-oriented.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Capability to work with limited supervision and follow instructions.
• Understanding of operations from mixing to recognize and correct issues.
• Knowledgeable in GMPs, HACCP, SOPs, and sanitation practices related to the food industry.
• High school diploma or GED; up to one month related experience or training.

Disclaimer: This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement: J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.