About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Overview</b></H2> </div><div><p>The Grinder is responsible for maintaining the proper blend of cheese product.</p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><p>• Coordinate with Production Supervisor(s) on production order add-ons, product change over’s and tie outs. <br> • Read blend sheets and follow instructions that may be given on the blend sheets to standardize blender. <br> • Ability to properly scan ingredients to in process or blend sheet. <br> • Record correct batch numbers on blend sheet if ingredients are not scanned to the blend sheet. <br> • Follow production order for groups. <br> • Assure sample cups are near blenders. <br> • Scrape any mold found on cheese and deposit mold in detained product tubs. <br> • Weigh and record fish bait on fish bait recording sheets. <br> • Use non-cheese ingredients in proper rotation- First In First Out. <br> • Ability to use hand held to look up the oldest ingredient batches. <br> • Ability to use the inventory report (LX02) to look up oldest ingredient batches or handheld. <br> • Label any unused ingredient with its description and or batch (if needed) and return to proper storage (cooler or dry ingredient) when done with the ingredient. <br> • Collect blender samples for Lab/Quality Assurance analysis. <br> • The sample includes: fat sample, blender moisture sample and any additional samples that may be required by the lab. <br> • Keep work area neat and dispose of empty powder bags, cardboard, plastic, and any work debris. <br> • Clean-up powder spills by blenders and powder room. <br> • Keep floor swept around grinders. <br> • Verify group sheets for accuracy of cheese scanned to group to assure an accurate inventory. <br> • Assure that all necessary ingredients are ready and on hand for use. <br> • Unplug grinder when plugged. <br> • Assist with the training of new employees when requested by Supervisor. <br> • Complete all paperwork completely and correctly. <br> • Sanitize lines at start up. <br> • Inspect grinder screen in the beginning of each shift. <br> • All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures. <br> • All GLC employees are expected to produce and promote our products and services in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program. <br> • Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.</p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Required Education and Experience</b></H2> </div><div><p>• Ability to operate hand held computer, personal computer and computer screen control panels. <br> • Ability to work with minimal supervision. <br> • Ability to analyze and solve problems. <br> • Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers and management. <br> • Good Mathematical skills. <br> • Good communication skills: verbal and written. <br> • Ability to use hand held scanners <br> • Basic computer & SAP skills.</p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Preferred Education and Experience</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>High School diploma or GED.</li> <li>Ability to operate powder control systems.</li> <li>Ability to operate various Powdered Industrial Trucks.</li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Working Conditions</b></H2> </div><div><div>• Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.</div><div>• Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying.</div><div>• Hair nets, ear plugs/muffs, hardhats, and/or safety glasses may be required.</div><div>• Product weight: up to 100 lbs</div><div>• Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F.</div><div>• Use of motor skills to safely drive tow motors or other motorized vehicles in tight quarters.</div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>EEOC & Disclaimer</b></H2> </div><div><div>Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.</div></div></div></div>