Sweet Potato Fryer Operator - Safe, Efficient Production

Cardinal Foods; Burgaw (NC); In loco; USD 38.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Cardinal Foods in North Carolina is seeking a Fryer Operator to safely and efficiently run the continuous fryer for sweet potato fries. You will monitor temperature, oil level, product flow and cooking time to meet established quality and food-safety specifications.

The operator works closely with the Batter Operator, Production Supervisor, QA, Maintenance and downstream operators to maintain consistent product quality while maximizing production throughput in a fast-paced plant environment.

Competenze

• Experience in food processing or manufacturing preferred.
• Experience operating a commercial fryer or continuous frying system preferred.
• Basic math and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to read and follow recipes, SOPs, production instructions and specifications.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills preferred.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to recognize changes in product quality and equipment performance.

Mansioni

• Operate and monitor the continuous fryer according to established procedures.
• Maintain fryer temperature within the specified operating range for each product.
• Monitor fryer oil level, flow, temperature, and condition throughout production.
• Adjust fryer settings as needed to maintain proper product cooking.
• Monitor conveyor speed and product residence time in the fryer.
• Maintain consistent product flow into and out of the fryer.
• Monitor the appearance, color, texture and doneness of sweet potato fries.
• Perform routine product checks according to established quality standards.
• Communicate with the Batter Operator to maintain proper product flow and batter coverage.
• Coordinate with downstream operators to maintain continuous product flow.
• Monitor oil quality and report changes in oil condition to the Production Supervisor or Quality Assurance.
• Perform or assist with oil filtration, oil replenishment and fryer oil management according to plant procedures.
• Monitor fryer screens, conveyors, pumps, burners/heating systems and other related equipment.
• Watch for abnormal equipment conditions, leaks, alarms or unusual noises.
• Report equipment problems immediately to the Production Supervisor and/or Maintenance Department.
• Make authorized adjustments to fryer settings to maintain product specifications.
• Complete required production, quality, oil and equipment records accurately.
• Assist with production startups, shutdowns, product changeovers and line transitions.
• Minimize product waste and maintain efficient production rates.
• Follow all GMP, HACCP food safety, allergen-control and sanitation requirements.
• Wear all required PPE and follow plant safety procedures.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures when required and authorized.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor.

Conoscenze

Food processing experience

Fryer operation

Math and recordkeeping

Reading recipes and SOPs

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork and communication

Attention to quality

Fast-paced production handling

Descrizione del lavoro

Cardinal Foods in North Carolina is seeking a Fryer Operator to safely and efficiently run the continuous fryer for sweet potato fries. You will monitor temperature, oil level, product flow and cooking time to meet established quality and food-safety specifications.

The operator works closely with the Batter Operator, Production Supervisor, QA, Maintenance and downstream operators to maintain consistent product quality while maximizing production throughput in a fast-paced plant environment.