The JobSquad Solutions Team is currently looking for a Smoke Technician to work at a company located in the Pompano Beach, FL area!
Job Title: Smoke Technician
Job Location: Pompano Beach
Pay and Hours for Job + Benefits: $19/hr
Job Description:
Duties/Responsibilities:
Performs work as assigned by production supervisor and/or group leader 
Prepares machine per batch card recipe, add green tea if applicable 
Transfers trolleys from curing area according to batch time 
Inspects product for defects, bruises, blemishes, or damage 
Transfers rinsed trolleys into ovens for smoking 
Monitors oven temps and smoke in room 
Records information in ERP Software (M3) oven monitors and other logs 
Lead in all aspects of the smoking operation 
Load / unload trolleys with fish and move trolleys from pre-smoke & post-smoke holding areas 
Add woodchips into smoke generator chambers as necessary 
Required Skills/Abilities:
Must be able to handle minor repairs of smoking equipment and troubleshoot if need arises.  
Reliable and detail oriented; pay close attention to the fish color and texture   
Hands-on and dependable individual with ability to work  
Ability to be flexible and communicate well with others.  
Commitment to the objectives of the organization.  
Cooking and food industry experience desired  
Must be able to speak and communicate in English.   
Experience in Smoked fish 
Seafood HACCP certified 
Completion of training programs as assigned and/or required including standard of work
Education/Experience:
High School diploma or equivalent required 
2+ years of manufacturing experience required.
1 to 3 years of smoking experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
The ability to wear all necessary personal protective equipment to perform job duties.  
The ability to work in cold (-10 to 45*F) and wet environment       
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.   
   
Health & Safety Requirements:
Observe and follow all safety rules
Wear required PPE
Follow mandated OSHA regulations
Report all incidents including near misses immediately
Observe and monitor controls to regulate temperature, humidity and density or smoke. 
Fulfill all written documentation necessary 
Ensure all established procedures are followed with no deviation 
Create and support efforts to maximize production while assisting in identifying process improvements 
Clean smoke generators weekly 
Notifies supervisor of any mechanical or product issues 
Maintains a clean and safe work area 
Follows EHS, GMP, HR and other company policies 
Demonstrates ability to meet production standards on specific assignments within a reasonable time 
Reads Bulletin Boards, participates in department huddles and attends required meetings/trainings to learn important company information 
Other related duties as assigned.
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