Production Kitchen Operator: QC & Batch Tracking

Simmons Foods; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Foods in Dubuque, IA is hiring a Production Kitchen Operator for a full-time role. You will follow batch schedules in the meat room, weigh ingredients, and record batch data to ensure QA compliance.

Responsibilities include following batch sheets, logging lot numbers and suppliers, maintaining sanitation, and supporting team objectives. Requires a high school diploma and basic math skills; manufacturing background preferred; ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for the shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic math skills are required for weighing and record-keeping.
• Background in manufacturing is preferred.

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 QA and supervisor; notify QA and supervisor of any issues.
• Follow formula guidelines listed on each batch sheet.
• Record batching information for each batch on formula kitchen sheets.
• Clean and sanitize entire kitchen during can size changeovers or when notified by Supervisor.
• Regulate the dropping temperature; follow batch sheet guidelines or supervisor instructions.
• Participate as a member of the Team and support BEST practices; attend team meetings.

Skills

Basic math skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Simmons Foods in Dubuque, IA is hiring a Production Kitchen Operator for a full-time role. You will follow batch schedules in the meat room, weigh ingredients, and record batch data to ensure QA compliance.

Responsibilities include following batch sheets, logging lot numbers and suppliers, maintaining sanitation, and supporting team objectives. Requires a high school diploma and basic math skills; manufacturing background preferred; ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for the shift.