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Equipment Operator
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Food or Agricultural Inspector inspects food, processed food and food containers to be sure they are safe for consumers, or inspects animals, animal feed or crops to check for disease that could affect food supplies. Checks for compliance with private industry standards or federal food safety and agricultural regulations.
$45,284 / year median in Nevada
+12% projected growth
Job Description
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Long Term POLICY:
A. PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating equipment in a safe and effective manner as well as performing necessary tasks related to production. They are responsible for inspecting and monitoring equipment on a regular basis during the entire shift. They are trained to adjust the speed of the equipment in addition to loading it with materials.B. ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Operate equipment related to food production to include: milling, sifting, grinding and packaging. Responsibilities also include moving food containers, dumping product into equipment, cleaning of equipment and surroundings and facility as directed.
- Understands, participates and is aligned with Leach's Food safety goals and objectives.
- Responsible for inspecting each part of the equipment, testing different parts for effective function before using the equipment.
- Remain vigilant for alarms or other signs of equipment malfunction, and shut down equipment and notify supervisors when necessary.
- Record production and test data, such as processing steps, batch records, and test results.
- Observe gauges, dials, and product characteristics, and adjust controls in order to maintain appropriate flow of ingredients.
- Clean, wash, and sterilize equipment and production area using approved cleaning methods, including sterilizing solutions or rinses. Remove trash and other undesired material from area on a constant basis.
- Maintain attention to food safety issues as prescribed in training routines.
- Responsible for special assignments as required.
B. MAJOR OR UNUSUAL PROBLEMS
- Failure of equipment or established procedure that compromises food safety
- Recognizing failure of equipment with potential to injure or cause great damage to equipment.
- Recognize possible cross contamination issues in an effort to protect and maintain quality of produced product.
C. DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY
Primary Authority- Reporting Food Safety and Quality issues to Management Recommends to Management
- Possible improvements to process based on accrued experience.
- Possible improvements to food safety procedures.
- Possible improvements to employee safety based on experiences of possible hazards.
D. PRINCIPAL CONTACTS
PURPOSEFREQUENCY
Line Leads and Production Supervisors as needed to ensure smooth operation of department. Informational/directional Throughout shift Other department supervision to aid in accomplishment of corrective actions consistent with company goals Informational/directional As neededE. OTHER AIDS TO PROBLEM SOLVING
- Leach's Food Safety and Quality Management System
- Raw Material Specifications
- Finished Goods Specifications
- Product Formulas
F. HUMAN RELATIONS SKILLS
ORAL SKILLS:
- Interaction with other employees in a positive manner.
- Interaction with Line Leads and Management related to performance of duties.
WRITTEN SKILLS
- Production/batch records
- Equipment sanitation records
- QA/QC records