Snack Production Operator I: Poppers & Fryers

Cksnacks; South Beloit, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cksnacks is seeking a Kitchen Operator to run snack production equipment (popper, extruder, fryer) and follow strict recipes. The role requires reading, writing and speaking English, a high school diploma or GED, and forklift certification.

You will monitor temperatures, perform changeovers, and ensure clean, safe operations in line with SOPs. Responsibilities include reviewing the daily schedule, assembling and maintaining equipment, logging production data, and reporting issues to management.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak in the English language.
• Must possess a High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be able to pass a company-issued forklift certification test.
• Ability to follow directions and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Prior experience using extruders, poppers, and friers in a food manufacturing environment is required to be considered a level III operator.

Responsibilities

• Operate popper, extruded, and fryer equipment with minimal assistance.
• Review the production schedule each day and follow the recipe instructions.
• Assemble, disassemble, and troubleshoot kitchen equipment per SOP.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and monitor performance/output.
• Record production data and operate forklift as needed.

Skills

English language

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Cksnacks is seeking a Kitchen Operator to run snack production equipment (popper, extruder, fryer) and follow strict recipes. The role requires reading, writing and speaking English, a high school diploma or GED, and forklift certification.

You will monitor temperatures, perform changeovers, and ensure clean, safe operations in line with SOPs. Responsibilities include reviewing the daily schedule, assembling and maintaining equipment, logging production data, and reporting issues to management.