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Grinder

Grand Rapids, MI 49507

Posted: 05/14/2024 Industry: Industrial Job Number: HW856477514 Pay Rate: $16 / hour

Job Description

1st shift - Grinder - $16/hr- Grand Rapids
 
Come work at a local tortilla chip manufacturer in Grand Rapids!
 
 
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ensure that proper supplies are positioned to the assigned workstation, and if not communicate with other personnel to ensure that all necessary supplies and materials are positioned to the workstation.
  • Start the machine, perform pre-production check to ensure it is functioning properly
  • Check paperwork to determine which tanks to draw from and in proper sequence, assemble and hook up pumps to appropriate cook tanks and tumbler begin the process.
  • Pump corn into the tumbler to wash corn and remove skin and drop into bins from the conveyor to be discarded and dump bins as required.
  • Perform moisture checks periodically on masa and make appropriate adjustments to maintain the proper moisture levels.
  • Monitor the process, adjust the grinder as needed, and change grinding stones when worn out or as directed.
  • Transfer completed masa to the Sheeter / Toaster area.
  • Assist Corn Cooker as needed.
  • Make minor corrections and adjustments, communicate and assist other production and maintenance personnel as required.
  • Keep work areas and storage areas clear, clean, and organized. Place trash / non-conforming product in proper receptacles.
  • Complete other related duties as assigned or directed by the Supervisor, at end of shift, perform general housekeeping as required.
  • All employees have the responsibility to report food, safety, and quality problems immediately to Management or Quality.
 
 
 
 
Preferred Skills:
  • Must be able to read, write and effectively communicate with co-workers and management as it relates to the job
  • and the safety regulations.
  • Must be able to use, or learn to use, the equipment and tools used to perform the job.
  • Must participate in company orientation and training.
  • Must submit to background check, mandatory drug testing and not possess any significant criminal record as determined by the appropriate authorities.
  • Must be able to work the scheduled / assigned times and required overtime for the position.
  • Must be able to perform all job functions safely.
  • Experience in food processing or related fields is preferred.
  • Must be able to perform basic math / calculations.
 
The primary function of this position is to set-up and pump cooked corn from cook tanks into wash tumbler, monitor the grinding process and moisture levels of the masa and transfer to sheeting / toasting process, in a timely manner, observing all safety regulations, ensuring all GMP and quality standards are met and to maintain the efficient flow of product through the production process.
Let’s go to work!  Apply online today or call our office at 616.242.9919!
 
 Equal Opportunity Employer
 
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