Processing Assistant Job at Pasta Montana, Great Falls, MT

  • Pasta Montana
  • Great Falls, MT

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON COMPLETING AND PASSING PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

If you enjoy food manufacturing and would enjoy MAKING the worlds FINEST pasta, apply to be part of our team in the world's finest pasta factory as a Processing Assistant!! $21.64 per hour plus benefits!

12-hour shifts - day shift 6:00am - 6:00pm and night shift 6:00pm-6:00am

EMPLOYEE MEDICAL INSURANCE is paid by Pasta Montana.   

EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON COMPLETING AND PASSING PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Processing Assistant assists in any Processing duties, is responsible for the successful completion of the manufacturing portion of the production schedule and identifying quality deficiencies and taking action to correct them.  This position shares responsibility for maintaining Pasta Montana’s food safety, quality, and legality program under the BRC guidelines.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:   

Assists in keeping production lines running while keeping down time to a minimum. 

Ensures products and processes are compliant with all applicable local, State and Federal rules and regulations.

Follows and complies with all Pasta Montana processes and BRC procedures.

Assists in the successful completion of the manufacturing portion of the production schedule in a safe and orderly manner.  

Manufactures product following all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). 

Responsible for inspecting the magnets, dumping regrind, and checking the buckets.

Provides relief breaks for Operators by operating the presses.   

Conducts moisture tests and documents results on in-process product.  

Ensures that quality control standards are maintained by sampling/measuring in-process product.    

Communicates efficiently and effectively with all co-workers and departments.  

Prepares dies for die changes by transporting dies and related components from the die room to the press and assists in completing die changes.

Maintains and cleans all dies, die washer, and die room in a safe and orderly manner. 

Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

Accomplishes sanitation requirements as directed. 

Monitors the semolina and regrind handling system, empties the sifter “tailing” canisters regularly and inspects the magnets. 

Identifies quality deficiencies and effectively communicates them to the Operator and/or Lead. 

Performs other duties as assigned by the Operator, Lead and/or Operations Manager.  


QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education:      High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Experience:       Some prior plant or commercial food manufacturing experience preferred.    

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of the production principles, processes and good manufacturing practices is helpful.  Understanding of personnel and safety standards.  Able to function as a motivated team member in a highly dynamic environment.  Able to work and communicate effectively in a team setting.  Able to learn, troubleshoot and multi-task.  Must have basic math skills.  Must be trainable, teachable, reliable, honest, trustworthy, and motivated.

Other Qualifications:        Ability to use computer automated systems and software.  

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Crouching    Frequent                         Bending       Frequent ~ forward bending

Kneeling      Frequent                         Step Up        Frequent ~ up to 30”

Twisting       Frequent ~ trunk rotation to each side

Reaching     Frequent ~ forward, overhead, and low

Grasping      Frequent ~ grasping/gripping

Climbing      Frequent ~ ladder climbing carrying 35lbs 

Climbing      Occasional ~ stair climbing 

Carrying      Occasional ~ up to 60lbs x 15 ft

Push/Pull    Occasional ~ up to 50lbs

Walking       Occasional

Step Over     Occasional ~ up to 19”

Balance       Occasional ~ standing on ladder performing maintenance/cleaning

Crawling      Occasional ~ on hands and knees

Lifting          Occasional ~ up to 50lbs (Floor to waist/Waist to shoulder/Waist to overhead)

Manual Dexterity   Yes                        Telephone              Yes

Computer Screen   Yes

Sufficient visual acuity

Must be able to work an extended shift.  Must be able to work all shifts.  Must be able to climb ladders, operate man lifts; work around running equipment and in high places.  Must be able to distinguish color and odor.  Works in plant with temperatures up to 95 degrees, relative humidity up to 50%, machinery noise (hearing protection is OSHA required). 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel as classified. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON COMPLETING AND PASSING PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Local area, All shifts, Shift work, Night shift, Day shift

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