Operator 1, Materials

Rich Products Corporation; Romeoville, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Parental leave

Taste tests

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company that produces cakes, icings, pizza and toppings. The Operator 1, Materials position is based in Romeoville, IL and supports production lines by preparing materials, handling pallets, and ensuring GMP standards are met.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED and at least 3 years of related experience. The job emphasizes punctuality, safety, and adherence to quality control throughout the manufacturing process.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Three (3) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Set up sauce pump equipment.
• Supply raw and dry materials to production lines.
• Maintain minimum materials required by production.
• Keep records and log material usage for production.
• Return materials with accurate numbers (weight).
• Be at your work station on time.
• Follow GMP.
• Wear PPE as required.
• Palletize cases based on BOM requirements.
• Wrap pallets with shrink wrap.
• Move finished pallets using pallet jack.
• Maintain clean and organized area.
• Inform Line Lead if you must leave line.
• Ensure quality and safety compliance in production.

Responsibilities

• Prepare casting materials and set up workstations.
• Ensure equipment runs efficiently to produce high-quality ice cream products.
• Assist in maintaining safe and sanitary production line operations.
• Move and palletize finished goods for storage or pickup.
• Support in labeling, ribbon replacement, and material handling as needed.

Skills

Palletizing & material handling

GMP compliance

Safety awareness

Punctuality & reliability

Attention to detail

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

PPE gloves

Pallet wrap

Scale/weight records

Job description

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Operator 1, Materials

Location: Romeoville, IL, US, 60446

Segment: Operations

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. With more than 13,500 associates working globally in 100 countries and annual sales of $5.9 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family. This position is with Great Kitchens, Inc., part of the Rich Products family of companies.

Purpose Statement

Applies basic skill and is oriented with equipment and work area. Performs duties and tasks routinely. Adapts techniques to meet special needs.

• Prepare casting materials and set up workstations
• Ensure equipment is running to efficiency standards while producing a high quality ice cream product in a safe, sanitary, cost-effective, and efficient manner that meets company food safety and quality standards..
• Perform tasks as needed to ensure smooth functioning process flow
• Confirm department follows safety practices as well as identify and correct potential hazards
• Assist Lead as needed
• Complies with GMP and safety and food safety standards at all times.
• Other duties as assigned by management

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• HS Diploma or GED
• Three (3) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Set up sauce pump equipment
• Supply raw and dry materials to production lines
• Maintain minimums materials required by production
• Keep records and log material usage for production
• Return materials with accurate numbers (weight), and specific procedures according food safety guidance
• Be at your work station on time.
• Follow company GMP’S.
• Wear proper PPE, knit, cotton, or blue plastic gloves where applicable.
• Use good wood pallet and do not step on pallet.
• Ensure correct label is being applied, (correct SKU).
• Palletize cases based on BOM requirements.
• Fill out pallet tag, place one on pallet and keep other copy.
• Wrap pallet with shrink wrap, 4 times at waist level.
• Move finished pallet by using pallet jack and move to a pick up location.
• Assist in replacing label and ribbon.
• Separate and remove any bad broken pallets from circulation and set aside.
• Maintain area of responsibility clean and organized
• Inform Line Lead any time you must leave line.
• Ensures compliance with Production/Packaging procedure/practices as well as inspecting all areas within the Mfg line for any operational and/or mechanical issues as well as taking corrective action and/or notifying supervision and/or management.
• Expected to work in other areas as needed.
• Ensure quality and consistency of product during processing.
• This position is also responsible for food safety and legality.
• Responsible for upholding, following and maintaining the requirements of the BRC Global Standard Food Safety Issue 9.
• Other duties as may be assigned or volunteered for.

COMPENSATION

In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.

Annual Range/Hourly Rate

$17.50-$17.50

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity , standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. Please contact Rich’s Associate Experience Network at [e-mail] if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

BRINGING YOUR BEST SELF TO WORK.

As a family-owned company, caring for our associates—their whole selves—is a top priority. That’s why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life:

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Family planning support
• Associate resource groups
• Volunteering & community impact opportunities
• Holiday gatherings
• In-house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!

It’s all part of how we support our family of associates.

Because in the company of family, all things are possible.

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. With over 13,500 associates working in 100 locations globally, and annual sales at $5.9billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.