Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

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

ARE YOU SEEKING STABILITY?? YEAR ROUND WORK?? GREAT GROUP OF CO-WORKERS?? PASTA MONTANA HAS A PROMOTE FROM WITHIN CULTURE ~ FIRM BELIEVERS IF WE MAKE OUR EMPLOYEES BETTER, IT MAKE US A BETTER COMPANY!!! :)

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!! $20.69 per hour plus benefits!!

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: Attended High school 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.

To apply: Apply here online OR we accept PAPER applications which are located at One Pasta Place in the Main Entrance or you can print the application from our website at and bring the completed Pasta Montana paper application to our office.

We look forward to working with YOU and YOU joining our Pasta Montana team!

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

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