Meat Inspection Department; MID Operator - Erlanger, KY

Job Description

Meat Inspection Department (MID) Operator - Erlanger, KY — Hourly

Purpose: To perform all duties necessary to safely manufacture quality meat based flavors using kettles and vacuum dryers for finished product shipment customers.

• Make, process and pack meat concentrates, pastes and dried powders.
• Operate steam jacketed kettles, vacuum dryers and pumps.
• Comfortable in processing meat in accordance with USDA standards.
• Ensure accurate additions of raw materials and intermediates into batches.

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions listed on Manufacturing Orders.
• Check and add all raw materials or pre-weighed materials listed on Manufacturing Orders. If necessary, precisely weigh raw materials and intermediates as listed on orders and reports.
• Must have the ability to lift 50lbs repetitively, and not to exceed 60lbs at any time.
• Proper use of all equipment and tools to safely transport or transfer heavy objects, materials, or products from one place to another.
• Follow QC and sampling procedures. Report QC deviations to Management. Execute formula adjustments according to QC and formula requirements.
• Package and sample products according to customer requirements as listed on orders and other documents. Report variances or any other deviations to Management.
• Execute all required transactions on the terminal software and hand-held scanners.
• Follow hazardous label guidelines and properly handle and transport hazardous materials throughout the facilities and for customers.
• Follow all Kosher, Allergen, BATF, USDA, and other regulatory procedures and requirements, working with the Rabbi on Koshering all equipment and working with the USDA inspector regarding inspections of equipment.
• Follow ISO
  9001, GMP, and HACCP procedures to ensure product safety.
• Must be able to meet the requirements for the respirator program up to and including, but not limited to, passing the pulmonary function testing and respirator fit tests.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication skills
• Capability to be self-motivated and have the ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team
• Strong attention to detail
• Performing routine work assignments and following directions with moderate supervision
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs
• Prior experience driving a forklift and working in a batch-processing or manufacturing environment

Wild Flavors is a global leader in the creation of flavors. In close collaboration with food, beverage, and consumer products, Wild Flavors develops tastes and scents that delight consumers the world over. With a passion to understand consumers’ preferences and a relentless drive to innovate, Wild Flavors is at the forefront of creating fragrances and flavors that ‘engage your senses’. Wild Flavors/ ADM invite you to discover more at

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay for this position is expected to be:

$23.00

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal…