Machine Operator

Position Overview :

This position is responsible for the daily operation of the process equipment that converts raw potatoes into dehydrated flakes and / or fresh cut various cuts and sizes to insure an excellent grade of food product that meets customer's specifications in a timely, efficient, and safe manner.

• The demonstrated ability to communicate between management and fellow employees.
• The demonstrated ability to possess good problem solving skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Fresh Cut - demonstrate the ability to operate the peeler, cutter (Urschel), sliver remover, optical sorter, cooling tunnel, conveyors and packaging equipment.

Communicate with Manager, Lead Operator and Lab, such as too much or too little mash, cooking problems with potatoes; too sticky, to dry, excessive skipping of blades, etc. (Dehy)

Required Skills :

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

This description is intended to include the general content and requirements for the performance of the job. It is not intended to be considered as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Out of 100% : 10 % Sitting 50 % Walking 40 % Standing

Activity

Never

Minimal

1-24%

Occasional

25-49%

Frequent

50-74%

Continuous

75-100%

Move / Lift 1-10#

Move / Lift 11-50#

Move / Lift 50+#

Bend

Stoop

Squat

Kneel

Climb Stairs

Crawl

Reach Above Shoulder

Walk on Uneven Surfaces

CONDITION

HOW OFTEN ENCOUNTERED?

(Daily, Weekly, Monthly)

Exposure to steam

Daily

Exposure to heat

Daily

Exposure to dust

Daily

Exposure to noise

Daily

Chemicals

Daily

REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT :

Proper Footwear