Job Description
Work is Sweet!
'Quality without Compromise' is not just a motto at See’s Candies. It is the most important ingredient in our recipe for success. See’s Candies has been in business since 1921 and maintains a reputation for producing the highest quality candy and providing superior customer service.
See’s is a leader in the confectionery industry with over 250 retail shops across the USA, a growing e-commerce business, and expanding opportunities internationally. We are seeking friendly, enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about helping us grow and thrive in our second century.
Job Description Summary:
Responsible for all phases of continuous candy-making processes, including the operation of computer-based process control systems. Assembles and disassembles equipment, pumps, and piping associated with premixing, cooking, and depositing. Operates CIP (cleaning in place) systems dedicated to continuous candy making processes.Starting Hourly Rate: $35.24
Job Description:
DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintains documents on daily procedures.
Assists Maintenance and R&D personnel with diagnosing system faults and preventative action.
Oversee the daily operations of the production Floor.
Ensuring Recipes, safety protocols and outputs schedule are kept efficiently.
Foreperson bridge between Supervisors and line workers to maintain consistent product quality and strict sanitation standards.
Responsibilities include prioritizing daily tasks and executing production schedules to hit output goals.
Coordinate Workflow across multiple stations such as Batching ingredients, cooking, forming, wrapping, sorting, Packing, Labeling, palletizing.
Ensures finished products or confections meet exact specifications for taste, texture, and appearance; this involves monitoring cooking temperatures and machine calibrations to prevent defects.
Safety and Compliance:
- Enforcing Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), OSHA requirements, and strict food safety protocols to maintain a sanitary workplace.
Team Leadership:
- Training Operators, foster teamwork and resolve conflicts.
Equipment Maintenance and troubleshooting
- Collaborating with the maintenance Department to fix, clean or adjust machinery.
Documentation:
Keeping accurate records of ingredients usage, batch times, and production waste
Ensure Operators follow all standard procedures while operating machines.
Ensure Line workers follow all procedures while sorting, weighting, and Packing Products.
Ensure Production Team collaborate with other teams’ members to optimize workflow.
Ensure Operators and Production Specialists are responsible for maintaining a clean, Organized, and safe work environment in accordance with housekeeping standards.
Ensure Operators and Production Specialists adhere to safety protocols and follow all safety procedures, including OSHA regulations and lockout/tagout requirements.
Forperson’s role requires a combination of technical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be familiar with all equipment used by the Production Team
EQUIPMENT USED: Walkie Talkie, Approved Scrapper, scissors, knife cutter, and screwdriver.
KNOWLEDGE/TRAINING: Food Safety, GMP’s, PPE (Sleeves, gloves, safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, ear plugs, etc.)
ESSENTIAL TASKS:
- Candy forming and wrapping machine operation and monitoring. Inspect candy consistency in size and shape. Adjust machine settings for different candy types or production requirements. Install and adjust part as needed for the right operation and controls defects. Record production data.
- Follows food safety requirements and hygiene protocols.
- Document all Production downtimes during working shift.
See's is an EOE
See’s will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state or federal law (including San Francisco Ordinance #131192 and Los Angeles Municipal Code 189.00).