The Manufacturing Operator IV - Mixer is responsible for preparing dough, vegetable mixes, toppings and other materials that will be used in the assembly lines. Employee is responsible for completing batch sheets properly and following the established operating procedures.

• Ability to work well in a team-oriented atmosphere
• Maintain established standards for line speeds and quality
• Comply with the rules and regulations set forth in Amy's Kitchen Inc. handbook for employee, the safety manual and GMP booklet
• Take proper precautions and use all equipment safely
• Wear personal protective gear as assigned
• Notify the Line lead or Supervisor of any quality, safety, or mechanical problems
• Operate processing equipment as trainedMaintain a clean work area and perform hou
• sekeeping procedures as needed.
• Follow procedures according to the batch sheets or other approved document
• Inform team leader or supervisor of any deviations to the process
• Report any mechanical or potential mechanical problems with equipment to the maintenance department. Malfunctioning equipment must be removed from the production line and taken to the maintenance shop if practical; otherwise a notice should be placed on the equipment and the Production Supervisor informed
• Be punctual and have excellent attendance
• Understand quality standards for each product
• Understand formulas and procedures for prep work including but not limited to: dough mixing, potato mixing, blancher operations, cheese cutting, baking times, and other special cooking performed in production
• Ability to complete reports as necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned
• During peak season or base on company needs overtime is required

It is the responsibility of all employees to uphold the mission of the Amy’s Food Safety and Quality Policy. This includes following all Food Safety and Sustainability programs and participating in all required training. 

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education 

• Less than high school education; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience  

• Must have at least 6 months of experience as heavy lifter and maintain a good record.

Language Skills

• Ability to read simple instructions in English and Spanish.
• Ability to complete simple forms.
• Ability to verbally communicate with supervisor.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide numbers.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, slippery floor and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment moderate to high.