Job Description

Job Purpose:

The Refiner Operator is responsible for maintaining the highest quality standards while refining paste batches into liquid chocolate or compound.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Input required documentation of product specifications and quality into the system Adjust machines as needed to minimize inaccuracies, defects, or waste Deliver regular sample tests to laboratory to confirm accurate recipe specifications, measuring items such as fineness, color and consistency Report any defective materials, missing or damaged tools to the Supervisor Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition Ensure critical control point compliance documenting - Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) results, magnet cleaning, downtime, waste generation; report any non-conformities Rotate into other production areas and perform additional duties where resources may be needed Collaborate with co-workers on the plant floor throughout production cycle Pick up other tasks that may be needed during downtime (maintaining clean work areas, etc.) Operate within the Blommer core values of respect and care for others

Note: The employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position

Physical Requirements:

Able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods of time Able to set up, adjust and operate machinery Able to observe and detect issues with product color and fineness Regularly required to bend, stoop, and reach Occasionally ascend/descend stairs Occasionally move materials weighing up to 50 pounds Constantly operate within a manufacturing product environment- daily exposure to noise, dust and variation in temperature (hot/cold)

Safety, Quality and Hygiene Requirements:

Operate with a focus on safety and quality, while maintaining a sanitary work environment Comply with Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Lockout/Tagout requirements for hazardous energy sources Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure that products are consistently produced and controlled according to quality standards Adhere to CFIA & FDA HACCP guidelines Adhere to Allergen Management best practices for food manufacturers Comply with workplace uniform requirements and safety gear Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures and code of conduct

Skills and Work Experience Requirements:

Able to follow clear instructions Able to read and write English to perform tasks successfully Skilled in applying mathematical reasoning to the measurements of ingredients for production purposes Basic technology skills to record data into computer or electronic tablet Continuous attention to details in performing all tasks Comfortable working as an individual contributor as well as with a team, as required * Expected to identify, communicate/escalate and problem-solve as issues arise