Operator Middle Table at Rich Products Corporation Murfreesboro, TN

Dan Cummins Ford Lincoln; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Richs, also known as Rich Products Corporation, in Murfreesboro, TN, seeks an Operator Middle Table to safely run table machines and process extruded dough to customer specifications while maintaining GMP and food safety standards.

The role requires strong communication, a High School Diploma or GED, 1 year in manufacturing, and ability to work across a multi‑shift environment with attention to detail and quality control.

Qualifications

• Must have good communication skills both written and verbal.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Special certification may be required for use of forklift and chemicals.
• Knowledge, skills, and ability to operate computer programs as needed.
• One year experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Medium to high degree of judgment required.
• Basic math skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and changes over all equipment to meet customer specifications.
• Conducts pre‑op inspections as required to ensure food safety and equipment readiness.
• Operates a variety of equipment, including extruders, sheeters, multi‑rollers, moulding systems, and conveyors, adjusting speed, gap, weight, and stroke as needed.
• Dumps dough in hopper.
• Maintains all required documentation.
• Communicates and works with all associates.

Skills

Communication skills

Forklift certification

Math skills

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Operator Middle Table job at Rich Products Corporation. Murfreesboro, TN.

Richs, 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 worldwide. 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. Working in 100 locations globally with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Richs is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Richs: Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

Purpose Statement

Responsible for safely running different types of table machines and equipment that sheet and process extruded dough into products that meet customer specifications while ensuring food defense and quality.

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

• Sets up and changes over all equipment to meet customer specifications.
• Conducts pre‑op inspections as required to ensure food safety and equipment readiness.
• Operates a variety of equipment, including extruders, sheeters, multi‑rollers, moulding systems, and conveyors, adjusting speed, gap, weight, and stroke as needed.
• Dumps dough in hopper.
• Ensures the extruder feeds the line with the correct amount of dough.
• Controls piece weight and size utilizing MLO.
• Fills flour and toppings hoppers.
• Maintains work area clean and in 6S order to comply with GMP and BRC food safety standards.
• Takes care of equipment monitoring it and reporting problems to leadership if they occur.
• Maintains all required documentation.
• Maintains care of all equipment in assigned area, taking corrective action and getting help as needed.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.
• Communicates and works with all associates.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Must have good communication skills both written and verbal.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Special certification may be required for use of forklift and chemicals.
• Knowledge, skills, and ability to operate computer programs as needed.
• One year experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Medium to high degree of judgment required.
• Basic math skills necessary.

Food Safety Responsibilities

• Follow all GMPs food safety and quality policies.
• Ensure all GMP and all Food hygiene and Food safety standards are in compliance.
• Report all food safety incidents such as GMP violations, ingredient and product contamination, metal detector or magnet deficiencies, glass breakage, and pest harborage.
• Ensure compliance in the areas of food defense, food regulations, and product/process quality; provide adequate coaching as needed.
• Record accurate and legible results on documentation.
• Provide adequate housekeeping at all times.

Critical Demands of the Job

• Moderate degree of physical activity on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to lift 55 lbs.
• Repetitive standing, walking, bending, twisting, stooping, grasping, climbing, reaching and moving about the facility.
• Hearing ability to meet manufacturing facility safety requirements; works in high noise area and wears appropriate hearing protection.
• Vision abilities include close distance, peripheral and depth perception.
• Exposed to cold, heat, and humidity.
• Able to work a multi‑shift environment.

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries, and affiliates (Richs) 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 everyone. We will not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military, veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected class. 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 Richs. Please contact Richs Associate Experience Network if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.