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Kettle Operator June 9, 2025

KCA57

Located in Santo, TX

Pay: DOE

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Now Hiring: Kettle Operator – Food Manufacturing
Location: Santo, Texas

Pay: Competitive | Based on Experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (hours are approximate; flexibility required)

Express Employment Professionals is currently hiring a Kettle Operator for a food manufacturing facility in Santo, Texas. 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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Weatherford, TX
3398
218 Santa Fe Drive
Weatherford, TX 76086

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