Job Description

The primary focus of this position is to oversee processing of food manufacturing operations to meet company standards for food safety, quality, and production protocols. Kettle Operator hours are approximately for first shift 4:00am - 12:30pm or for second shift 12:30pm – 9:30pm. Overtime in this position is probable and schedule may change due to business needs. Role And Responsibilities Production Follow standards of quality and food safety protocols Follow all SOP procedures and documentation For corrective and preventative actions, determine and implement appropriate corrective action and complete C&C Reports and email to Quality Office. Verify Preparation Scale & Packing Scales daily using certified weights Notify Maintenance Manager of any equipment malfunctions or damage Cleaning and sanitizing of all equipment in production area Verify monitoring activities assigned Verifying the chart recorder to when it reaches >190°F Collect CCP chart recorders daily after the end of the production day Checking and documenting in-line protective devices between batches (strainer and magnet) Monitor accumulation of trash in processing area and notify non-production personnel when trash needs to be picked up. Participate in BOS Safety program as required. Additional responsibilities as required. Qualifications Qualifications and Experience Good interpersonal & communication skills (oral and written) and ability to interact and communicate effectively with employees at all levels Able to follow all HACCP policies and guidelines Knowledgeable of CCPs & CQPs Knowledgeable of SSOPs The ability to understand and monitor what task are needed to maintain quality and safety in the production process Required Attributes Self-starter able to conceptualize and drive initiatives forward Positive and motivational attitude leading to the overall success of the team Able to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders Creative problem-solving skills Obsessive attention to detail, well organized and able to juggle many projects at once Comfortable moving at a fast pace and in ambiguous environments Willing to address difficult situations head on with patience and respect The ability to maintain calm under pressure Working Conditions And Physical Effort The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Kettle Operator encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Physical Demands/Efforts Work requires occasional physical exertion including some lifting of objects weighing up to 40 pounds Willing and able to stand for long periods of time Mental & Visual Demands Work performed by this position requires a significant level of mental concentration to manage multiple complex tasks. Work requires continuous visual effort for extended periods of time. Work Environment and Hazards Employee works in a manufacturing setting with frequent exposure to heat/cold, dust, or other factors that may require protective equipment and still pose a hazard. This position has regular exposure to hazards that could result in significant injury and lengthy loss of time at work. Americans With Disabilities Act Kettle Cuisine complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws. This means we will not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability in any phase of the employment relationship including application for employment, hiring, promotions and/or advancement opportunities, termination, compensation, training and any other conditions or privileges of employment. Core Values Kettle Cuisine takes the utmost pride in its people, products and reputation. Each employee is expected to understand and live our Core Values every day. Honor Food – We create and produce the best tasting, safest, all natural recipes that strive for perfection in every batch, from bench to kettle Honor Each Other – We seek to develop trusting, respectful and mutually rewarding relationships with all our team members and business partners Honor Development – We recognize and nurture each other’s talents, strengths and interests in order to further strengthen and grow our team Honor Innovation – We continually strive for creative and sustainable ways to achieve excellence Pay Range for Kettle Operator Employees The Kettle Operator base pay range for this role is: $20.00 - $30.00/hr. The listed salary range represents Kettle Cuisine’s good faith estimate for this position and represents the minimum and maximum for new hire salaries for the Savory Creations Int’l/Kettle Cuisine Union City, CA location only. Ranges will be reviewed on a regular basis. An employee’s rate of pay within the range is determined by their qualifications, relevant experience, and demonstrated performance over time. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. The Kettle Operator Employee in this position is eligible for our comprehensive benefits package and is eligible for the annual bonus program up to $1,000. Savory Creations Int’l/Kettle Cuisine complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kettle Cuisine

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