PRESS OPERATOR ASSISTANT
Monday – Friday
7:00 am – 7:00 pm
$13.70 - $15.90 per hour, depending on experience
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Read and follow production specifications to assist with dough preparation.
- Support the Press Operator in managing and changing dies.
- Assist in operating the computerized control panel for the dough mixer.
- Take product samples and monitor pasta moisture levels to ensure quality standards.
- Perform regular internal and cosmetic cleaning of equipment and work areas.
- Ensure compliance with HACCP, BRC, FSMA, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Maintain a clean and sanitary environment in all assigned areas on a daily basis.
- Support food safety, food quality, and food defense protocols.
- Report any concerns related to food safety, physical safety, or equipment functionality to a supervisor.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned, including unloading pasta for regrind, weighing wet waste containers, and additional cosmetic cleaning as needed.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with appropriate cleaning chemicals and sanitation procedures.
- Willingness to work various shifts based on production needs.
- Ability to operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
- Commitment to maintaining food safety and quality standards.
