Utility - Ross Plant

Anticipated Wage: $18.81 - $23.80/hr

This position is on a 4th Shift Schedule: Team C: 7am to 7pm

SUMMARY:Control Sulfite and other additives in the Evaporated line process using specialized testing equipment to analyze levels; adding appropriate amounts to meet customer specifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Other duties may be assigned. All of the following are to be performed while adhering to Tree Top operational policies safety rules procedures and good manufacturing practices.

It is the responsibility of every employee at Tree Top Inc. to report food safety and food quality problems or risks to personnel with the authority to initiate action against these said possible risks. The Organization chart indicated key personnel with the authority to take action.

This is a representative sample--not to imply a complete listing of all responsibilities and tasks.

1. Maintain Appropriate Sulfite Levels
   • Test raw product Sulfite levels
   • Add or dilute Sulfite in system to achieve appropriate level for customer specifications
   • Verify lab specifications
   • Check condition and cut size of fruit as it relates to Sulfite absorption
   • Check QA Tech results on finished product
   • Analyze flume water using Dichromate
   • Notify Lab Tech when supplies run low
   • Notify Lab Tech regarding any lab equipment issues
   • Clean lab equipment used for these tasks

1. Maintain GMPs
   • Inspect machinery for foreign material
   • Maintain cleanliness of cutter deck de-watering shaker and holding tank
   • Maintain a clean work area; keep floors swept brooms squeegees etc.; in proper place; empty trash cans/bins as needed
   • Wash equipment as necessary
   • Work where needed on weekly cleanup in Peeling Room
   • Ensure cleaning procedures are followed in proper sequence
   • Use proper cleaning/sanitizing chemical-handling procedures and equipment
   • Check sump room and hammermill regularly to ensure GMP needs are met
   • Check seed traps frequently
   • Empty product waste containers and debris as needed
   • Adhere to GMP standards throughout the entire plant

1. Ensure Food Safety by Following HACCP (Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points)
   • Maintain personal cleanliness wash hands frequently wear hairnet wear sanitary gloves
   • Do not store chemicals too close to food products
   • Avoid spilling oil or cleaning fluids on food products
   • Avoid cross-contamination
   • Follow color code policy
   • Follow proper procedures practices training
   • Verify correct ingredients are being used
   • Do not use contaminated raw materials
   • Be familiar with all process flow diagrams
   • Know all critical control points in all processes; i.e. metal detection
   • Sort out foreign material; i.e. wood stickers plastic etc.

1. Communicate Effectively
   • Check customer specification sheets in lab
   • Check with QA Techs for test results
   • Notify Team Leaders and Supervisor of any problems
   • Notify Mechanics of mechanical problems/issues
   • Consult with crew Team Leaders and Moisture Tech
   • Keep Supervisor informed of process needs and changes as required
   • Communicate with sanitation person
   • Exchange information at shift change with other Utility person

1. Monitor Fruit Quality
   • Visually monitor fruit condition
   • Consult with Team Leaders
   • Take pressures on fruit
   • Assist with Raw Grades

1. Maintain Appropriate Levels of Other Additives When Necessary
   • Pump appropriate additives
   • Check levels of additives
   • Adjust level as necessary
   • Work together with Team Leaders and Supervisor to achieve desired results
   • Avoid contamination

1. Assist with Slurry Tanks as Needed
   • Check for spoilage
   • Visually check/monitor levels in tank
   • Rinse and drain empty slurry tanks
   • Pump slurry to slurry truck as needed

1. Complete Paperwork Accurately
   • Record all test results
   • Fill out product usage chart
   • Maintain log of Sulfite levels and usage
   • Turn in Sulfite usage report for each shift
   • Check water usage and record

1. Operate Forklift
   • Bring in additives as needed
   • Assist Sanitation with waste bin removal as needed
   • Remove and replace bins from Hydrascreen as necessary
   • Wear seat belt at all times
2. Other Duties
   • Process re-work product as needed

1. Lock-Out Tag-Out
   • Make sure to have a complete and clear understanding of all Lock-Out Tag-Out procedures
   • Use proper Lock-Out Tag-Out procedures at all times (washing/cleaning machinery etc.)

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Less than high school education; or up to one month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read write and communicate in English and to interpret documents such as specifications safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute SO2 levels on hand-held calculator.

CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS:

• Forklift Certification

TECHNOLOGICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Understand customer specifications as they relate to the Utility responsibilities.

Operate hand-held calculator.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to walk and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to stand and to smell.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision for reading charts distance vision for observing slurry tanks color vision to distinguish brown and bad product peripheral vision to drive fork lift depth perception to check tank levels and the ability to adjust focus to observe product.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and fumes or airborne particles. The employee frequently works in high precarious places and is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Full benefit details for this position can be found on our website above job profile does not include all essential and nonessential duties of this job. A full job description is available at the time of interview.

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this job with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends in part on the specific requirements for the job the limitations related to disability and the ability of the department/division to accommodate the limitation. Tree Top does not employ individuals under the age of 18.

Tree Top is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity disability veteran status or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. If you require an accommodation to participate in our application process please contact Human Resources at: or .

All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening in accordance with company policy and applicable state law.