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Baldor Specialty Foods, Inc.

Food Processor

Bronx, NY · On-site

... Operating Procedures (SOP). Essential Job Functions: * Must be able to work in a cold temp room (36 ... entire production process. * Wash, peel and / or cut vegetables and / or fruits * Scaling ...

BALDOR SPECIALTY FOODS, Inc.

Food Processor

Bronx, NY · On-site

$17.50/hr

... Operating Procedures (SOP). Essential Job Functions: * Must be able to work in a cold temp room (36 ... entire production process. * Wash, peel and / or cut vegetables and / or fruits * Scaling ...

TFI Alice LLC

Food Operator

Fairview, NJ · On-site

$16 - $21.45/hr

Operator for TFI Alice performs production or warehouse tasks, including manufacturing products ... Follow recipes and process to manufacture products * Inspect and pack final products * Maintain a ...

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What is the difference between Food Process Operator vs Food Quality Control Technician?

AspectFood Process OperatorFood Quality Control Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications varyHigh school diploma; often certifications in quality assurance or food safety
Work EnvironmentFactories, processing plants, production linesLaboratories, quality control labs, production facilities
Industry UsageOperates machinery, monitors production processesInspects products, tests samples, ensures quality standards

While both roles work within the food manufacturing industry, Food Process Operators focus on running and maintaining production machinery, whereas Food Quality Control Technicians concentrate on inspecting and testing products to ensure quality and safety. Both roles require knowledge of food safety standards and may involve certifications, but their daily tasks and work environments differ significantly.

How to become a food process operator with no experience?

To become a food process operator with no experience, start by obtaining a high school diploma or equivalent. Gain basic knowledge of food safety and processing through online courses or on-the-job training, and consider earning relevant certifications such as OSHA safety training. Entry-level positions often provide on-the-job training, so applying to companies that offer training programs can help you gain practical experience.
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Confectionary Processing Operator (1st/2nd/3rd Shifts)

Totowa, NJ • On-site

New Cibo Vita LLC
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$30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

About Us:

Cibo Vita is a leading innovator in the wellness and nutrition sector, dedicated to enhancing lives through premium, health-conscious products. We compete in a range of snacking and confection categories, including fruit snacks, dried fruit, snack nuts, and trail mixes. Our diverse portfolio includes several owned brands and a robust private label business, supporting top-tier retail partners across the U.S.

Position Summary

Experienced Senior Operators to manage and monitor continuous cooking processes operating under high temperature and vacuum conditions in a food manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate should have strong process awareness, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment while maintaining production, quality, and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate and monitor continuous cooking systems running under high temperature and vacuum conditions.
  • Follow and control process parameters through HMI/SCADA screens and machine interfaces.
  • Monitor alarms, process trends, temperatures, pressures, vacuum levels, flow rates, and cooking conditions.
  • Perform routine process adjustments to maintain product consistency and efficiency.
  • Troubleshoot process deviations, mechanical issues, and equipment alarms.
  • Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams to minimize downtime.
  • Conduct startup, shutdown, cleaning, and changeover activities safely and efficiently.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, GMP, HACCP, and company safety procedures.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives related to process optimization and equipment performance.
  • Train and support junior operators when needed.
    • Required Qualifications
  • Minimum 5 years of experience operating industrial cooking or processing equipment in a food manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with continuous cooking systems, vacuum cookers, kettles, thermal processing, or similar hightemperature process equipment.
  • Ability to understand and monitor process parameters through HMI/PLC systems.
  • Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problemsolving skills.
  • Experience responding to machine alarms and process deviations independently.
  • Good understanding of pumps, valves, piping systems, vacuum systems, heat transfer, and process flow.
  • Ability to work in a fastpaced production environment with minimal supervision.
  • Knowledge of GMP, food safety, and workplace safety practices.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
    • Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with vacuum cooking systems, fruit processing, confectionery, pectinbased products, or thermal processing operations.
  • Basic understanding of PLCcontrolled systems and industrial automation.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish).
  • Leadership or senior operator experience preferred.
    • Ideal Candidate Profile
  • Processoriented and detailfocused.
  • Mechanically inclined with strong troubleshooting capability.
  • Able to make quick operational decisions during process deviations.
  • Comfortable working around hot surfaces, vacuum systems, pumps, and industrial processing equipment.
  • Strong ownership mentality and accountability on the production floor.
    • What do we offer:
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • 401K
  • PTO
  • Company Paid Holidays
  • Career advancement and training

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