Pepperoni Blender Operator
Company: Cargill
Location: Nashville
Posted on: April 30, 2024
Job Description:
Job Level: HourlyJob Type: Hourly Full TimeWant to build a
stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join
Cargill's global team of 155,000 employees who are committed to
safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This
position is in Cargill's protein and salt business, where we
provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of
customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to
manufacturers and exporters.
-Job Location: Nashville, TN
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 1st
Compensation: $22.75/hr - -Benefits Information
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Health and Wellness Incentives
- Paid Time off after 30days
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discounts -Principal Accountabilities
- Assembles and disassembles grinding equipment using hand tools;
instructs blending/grinding crew in assisting, including final
grind equipment, and working areas as require
- Instructs blending/grinding crew to retrieve plate and knife in
accordance with process order. -Conducts blade checks of final
grind operation
- Properly operates blenders by utilizing digital control panels
and hand controls to start/stop and/or adjust machinery and
equipment that grinds and blends product in accordance with process
order; inputs ingredients such as water, oil, meat, paste, spices,
etc., into blending process with the meat product in a timely and
appropriate manner
- Calculates the amount of each component that is necessary,
based on the production schedule, product specification and process
order and ensures needed materials are retrieved. -Pre-stages small
amounts of ingredients for batch blends. -Manually weighs small
amounts of ingredients such as salt, for final grind
- Controls blend sequence, blend time, blend temperature, etc.,
ensuring strict compliance with the formula. -Ensures blend of
ingredients matches formula and batch sheet. -Understands and
analyzes various documents to ensure specifications are met,
including - formulas, batch sheets and product specifications
- Controls flow of meat from the course grind hopper through the
auger to the blender for mixing with other ingredients. -Controls
the flow of all other ingredients into the blender for proper
blend. -Ensures exact amount for each batch
- Utilizes blend management, controls the out feed of blended
product to point of final grind
- Accurately records batch card ensuring a balance exists with
the formula and batch sheet. -Ensures product quality, consistency,
and compliance with customer specifications. -Compiles paperwork
including the quality of raw material and lot numbers
- Complete all required documentation accurately and proficiently
along with other required written communication applicable to the
job. -Ensuring all processing steps have been completed and a
quality product is delivered to the customer. -All food handling
tasks are completed properly i.e. proper packaging, weights are in
the acceptable range. -Assist on the production floor where
needed
- Comply with all Corporate Environmental Health and Safety
Policies and Procedures
- Individual will learn and comply with all HACCP and Food Safety
Policies and Procedures; Individual will ensure compliance for all
monitoring and verification tasks as outlined in Food Safety
Management
- Must complete procedural training for this position in the
Grinding department -Required Qualifications
- Right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on
possession of a student visa or visa sponsored by a third-party
employer
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must have basic math ability
- Must have availability to work weekends and overtime as
required
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English
- Must be attentive to details to follow set schedules and
directions
- Must have strong computer knowledge and skills -Preferred
Qualifications
- Previous food manufacturing or production experience
- Mechanical aptitude
-Considered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area
code. Please note that this position does not include relocation
reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet
Keywords: Cargill, Smyrna , Pepperoni Blender Operator, Other , Nashville, Tennessee
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