Kettle Operator

Schedule: Mon - Fri, Full-Time | Overtime weekly

Express Employment Professionals is currently hiring a Kettle Operator for a food manufacturing facility in the Santo, Texas area. This is a hands-on production role supporting the cooking process by preparing equipment, verifying ingredients, and ensuring food safety standards are met throughout the operation.

Position Overview:

The Kettle Operator is responsible for assembling and operating cooking equipment, loading kettles, and assisting the Cook Lead. This role plays a key part in ensuring recipes are followed accurately and that products meet food safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble kettles, pumps, and piping prior to production

• Frequently lift and load product ingredients (up to 50 lbs)

• Accurately follow cook directions and batch instructions

• Verify ingredients before adding to the kettle

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently during production

• Assist with product rework in the Packaging Room

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the Kettle Room

• Support Cook Lead and production team in meeting daily output goals

• Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMPs, and SSOPs

• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

• 1–2 years of food manufacturing or processing experience preferred

Required Skills:

• Ability to read, follow, and comprehend written cook instructions

• Basic math skills for measurement and ingredient accuracy

• Team-oriented, dependable, and able to follow direction

• Understanding of food safety standards, including HACCP, GMPs, and SSOPs

Preferred Skills:

• Previous experience operating kettles or cooking equipment in a food production setting

• Familiarity with industrial pumps and sanitation procedures

Working Conditions:

• Work environment may be wet, slippery, and humid

• Temperatures may range from cold to hot depending on production area

• Requires frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds

• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift

• Overtime may be required during periods of high production demand

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