Mustard Milling Specialist

2 days ago


Manteno, Illinois, United States Plochman Career Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a 2nd Shift Mustard Miller. This is a production-oriented role that requires strong leadership skills, a focus on quality control, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate and maintain milling equipment, including the Yellow System, Brown System, screener, Cook Processing vessel, and Cooling Vessel.
  • Mix batches of raw materials into slurry for mustard processing and weigh and mix additional ingredients into milled mustard to produce specialty mustards.
  • Perform quality checks, including mustard viscosity, pH, temperature control, and other critical control points.
  • Keep accurate production and quality records, maintain housekeeping standards, and participate in quality and productivity improvement efforts.
  • Work closely with the Material Handler to ensure First-In-First-Out (FIFO) inventory management and follow all written and verbal production priorities.
  • Monitor and turn in production and quality sheets, turn in quality samples, and clean and sanitize totes as needed.
Requirements
  • High School diploma or equivalent work experience.
  • Effective verbal, listening, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to work well with other departments and teams.
  • Ability to work off shifts, weekends, and holidays if required.
  • Self-directed and good attendance.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of manufacturing environments and practices.

Plochman Career is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply or perform the essential functions of this role, please contact our Human Resources department.