**Job Description** **General Purpose:** Operates the Retorts and all related functions. **Job Duties and Responsibilities:** + Ensures all systems i.e. pumps, power, charts, steam, retorts, etc., are functioning correctly prior to startup. + Monitors all charts, meters, gauges, thermometers, chlorine, ozone checks, and related equipment during processing. + Aids Retort Assistant when necessary. + Follows the Filed Operating Process at all times. + Isolates product when a deviation or hold from Filed Operating Process occurs, and informs management and QC. + Manipulates retorting systems manually, such as valves, when automatic systems fail. + Monitors temperature of Hydrocooler pasteurizer, clears jars from Hydrocooler exit and surge table during hot fill production. + Reports maintenance issues as they occur and submits work orders when necessary. + Notifies Supervisor of any mechanical or process malfunctions as they occur. + Maintains control and segregation of product with deviations and holds. + Sanitizes loaders/unloaders, conveyor systems, floors, etc., during changeovers. + Runs water ballasts in the retorts during hot fill production to ensure that retort issues are caught before product processing begins. + Monitors Cooling Tower pumps + Operates loaders, unloaders, and shuttle car functions when necessary. + Utilize scanners or thin client units to make SAP transaction for the purpose of maintain accurate inventory levels and ensuring reliable product traceability. + Assist Maintenance personnel when a Retort is down by performing test runs with water ballasts to ensure Retort is back on line as soon as possible. + Follows all DFA Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate, regulatory quality, and sanitation requirements. + Performs items on Master Sanitation lists when production is not running and when running Hot Fill. + Handles cleaning chemicals in a safe manner utilizing safety equipment such as gloves, eyewear, etc. + Maintain safe environment and perform other duties in a safe manner at all times. + Assist in training new operator. + Ability to function in a team based structure and positively contribute to team based efforts. + Other duties as assigned by supervisor. **Shift Hours - 12:30PM - 8:30PM - MONDAY - FRIDAYS / SATURDAYS POSSIBLE BASED ON DEMAND** **Starting Pay - $18.50 / Increase to $22.97 @ 90 Days** **Requirements** **EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran** + High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) + Basic computer skills + Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. + Ability to compute rate, ratio and percentage. + Perform necessary routine cleaning and preventive maintenance + Knowledge with machines, tools, equipment and Lock Out/Tag Out. + Effective Communication - Verbal & Written