Utility Operator - MK Up

Rich Products Corporation; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Rich Products Corporation is seeking a Utility Operator - MK Up in Murfreesboro, TN. You will safely run table machines and dough processing lines to meet customer specs, while upholding GMP and food safety standards.

Responsibilities include setting up equipment, performing pre-op checks, operating extrusion and sheeting lines, and recording results. A High School diploma or GED and forklift certification may be required; prior manufacturing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification may be required for use of forklift and chemicals.
• Basic math and reading comprehension skills needed to follow specs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and change over equipment to customer specs.
• Perform pre-op inspections to ensure safety and readiness.
• Operate dough-processing equipment and adjust settings as needed.
• Maintain GMP and 6S standards; keep area clean and organized.
• Record results accurately and report issues to leadership.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic math

Judgment

Reading instructions

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Forklift certification / chemicals handling

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

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Utility Operator - MK Up

Location:

Murfreesboro, TN, US, 37127

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.

Purpose Statement

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

• 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, some that include extruders, sheeters, mulit-rollers, moulding systems, conveyors. This includes adjusting speed, gap, weight and stroke as needed.
• Dumps dough in hopper
• Ensures the extruder is feeding the line with the correct amount of dough
• Controls piece weight and size, utilizes MLO
• Fills flour and toppings hoppers
• Keeps work area clean and in 6S order to be in compliance 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
• Communicate and work with all associates.
• Follow all GMP’s, food safety, and quality policies.
• Ensures 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, screen, 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.

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

The physical capabilities an associate must have to perform the essential functions of this position are:

• Moderate degree of physical activity on a frequent basis
• Must be able to lift 55bs
• 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 the appropriate hearing protection.
• Vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception.
• Exposed to cold/ heat/ humidity
• Able to work a multi shift environment

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.