Operator - Aagard Equip Owner

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 To perform the assigned job as indicated by his/her supervisor in accordance to the Safety, and QA specifications.

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes The job function of the Associate Aagard Operator will be responsible for monitoring performance, constant attendance and operating the Aagard machine. This job will be assigned to a specific line location of the Aagard machines.

• Maintains constant attendance of the Aagard machine and performs proper operation.
• Makes minor machine adjustments to the Aagard machine as needed.
• Conducts set up of the machine prior to shift start up and at changeovers.
• Conducts pre-flight inspection of machine and tooling prior to start up.
• Conducts assessment of basic operation to the Aagard machine and informs the line lead, supervisor, maintenance department and Senior Aagard operator when major repairs are required.
• Conducts basic troubleshooting to the Aagard machine.
• Maintains constant communication with feeder operator, provides assistance and training to new feeder operators for proper job performance with this task.
• Operates Label machine when Aagard machine is on Bypass mode.
• Records all down time due to machine malfunctions during the shift run and at the end of the shift.
• Communicates downtime to the Sr. Aagard Operator, lead, supervisor and maintenance during the shift as well as at the end of the shift regarding issues encountered for the day.
• Ensures packaging material is clean of all scrap before use.
• Ensures good quality of packaging material is being used and verifies with inspection for machine operation.
• Clear jams in a timely manner.
• Responsible for the quality of the product that meets all customer and regulatory requirements.
• Ensures proper tools and supplies are available to conduct the Aagard operator function prior to shift start up and during the shift.
• Assists supervisor in maintaining the work area in a clean and safe manner.
• Adhere to all GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices), such as good hand-washing practices and adhering to the employee hygiene plan.
• Report any issues regarding food safety or quality to supervision and/or quality assurance
• Comply with customer requirements.
• Responsible for upholding, following and maintaining the requirements of all auditing agencies for Food Safety Code for Manufacturing.
• Other duties as may be assigned or volunteered for.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Good communications skills, hardworking, dependable, safety conscious
• Read, write English and know basic math.
• Minimum 6 months of production experience.
• Able to operate mechanical and electrical machines.
• High School Diploma/Equivalent preferred.
• Able to make logical decisions.
• Work standing or walking for long periods of time.
• Minimum lifting requirement is 30 pounds. Maximum lifting requirement is up to 55 lbs.
• Follows plant rules and policies, including Lockout/ Tagout (LOTO), and Company code of ethics when performing job.
• Applies all GMPs requirements, both personal hygiene and housekeeping, associated with these tasks.

Keeps work area clean at all times, in line with plant procedures on housekeeping, wastewater, and solids management. 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 hrhelp@rich.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.