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. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's-Infinite Possibilities. One Family.
PURPOSE STATEMENT
The Utility Associate's responsibility is to support theproduction team by performing various functions associated with our manufacturing production line.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/OUTCOMES
Setting up all equipment so that it will run properly (including calibration of water meter
Assisting maintenance mechanics with preventive maintenance of machinery by reporting anyproblems with operation or suspected maintenance needs;assists with greasing bearings and performing other maintenance as mechanic requests
Knowing and having the right specifications for the product being run on the line; making sure that the correct ingredients are brought to the line; if not, notifying Forklift Driver toremove and bring the correct ones
Unstacking bags of ingredients, opening the bags according to Quality Control procedures, anddumping the contents into blenders, tubs, or other machinery; these bags weigh approximately 50pounds; some of the bags must be lifted and dumped at waist level, in other areas at shoulder level
Adding the proper amount of each ingredient to the batch according to specs and batch sheets
Making sure that no contaminants (example, paper or plastic from bags, utensils or tools used to open bags) get into the batch; making sure that the batch is mixed the right length of time
Periodically checking quality measures to make sure the batch is processing properly; notifies Production Team Leader immediately of any problems, and works with QA Auditor and Team Leader to correct problems
Sweeping food debris on the floor into small piles, picking it up with a dustpan, and placing it in the proper waste container
Disposing of paper, plastic or other packaging material into the proper trash container
Pushing trash carts or carrying tubs of waste materials to proper disposal area
Using a low-pressure water hose to wash down the last traces of food debris down the drain, consistent with plant wastewater and sanitation policies
Using a rubber squeegee to push water off the floor toward and down floor drains
Preparing all batch sheets and other paperwork required for quality and production records
Assisting in the set-up and operation of other processing equipment as requested by the Team Leader or as production needs dictate
Assisting in the pre-blending preparation of materials. This will require operating a grinder
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED required.
1 to 2 Years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to follow directions
Punctual and reliable in their work attendance
Adhere to all safety and quality policies and practices
Ability to work as a team player
Ability to perform basic math functions
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Bilingual a plus
Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. 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 Human Resources department at asc@rich.comif you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
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