Job Description

When what you Crave is a job that combines creative, challenging and ever-changing work with an experienced, inclusive team committed to create memorable moments every day, only White Castle hits the spot!



We're America's first fast-food hamburger chain with more than a century of service to a nation of Cravers. But we're not satisfied with an impressive past. We've got our eye on an even tastier future, and we want you to be part of it! White Castle is always looking for passionate, energetic, results driven people to join our teams, so apply to start your White Castle career today!



The Formulate & Grind Lead Operator is to assist the Formulate & Grind Line Supervisor to run an efficient Formulate & Grind line in a quality and safety-oriented manner. This role will be to work safely and within the guidelines of the Sanitation and QA Department to formulate and form all beef logs within White Castle specifications and USDA requirements. This position description does not contain a comprehensive list of required duties and responsibilities. The Formulate & Grind Lead Operator is expected to perform related duties assigned by management, which may be added, revised, or eliminated based on business and operational needs, with or without advance notice.

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What we are looking for

High School diploma or GED is required; and a minimum of one year of knowledge or background in the meat processing industry is preferred; Knowledge of how each piece of equipment operates and be able to function efficiently in any of the line positions which is acquired through observation and hands on experience; Capability to become certified with the operation of the forklift and hand truck will be required; Ability to direct and motivate team members; Proficient computer experience with knowledge of Microsoft Word, and Outlook; Ability to learn the internal WMS system; Possess good employee relation skills, as well as good verbal communication skills, teamwork, ability to give and receive direction, and follow detailed instructions; Aptitude to troubleshoot problems and be able to make on the spot decisions to keep equipment running; Ability to learn, apply and train others on equipment procedures and workplace health & safety procedures; Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment; Capability to stay focused and accomplish multiple tasks independently with little supervision and within established timeframes; Adequate knowledge of safe lifting procedures and the "lockout/tagout" procedures and proper procedures for safety; Work closely with the Quality Assurance Department involving HACCP and proper documentation of SSOP's; Ability to successfully complete on-the-job training; and Must be flexible to work hours to meet the needs of the plant, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
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What you will do

Assist the Formulate & Grind Line Supervisor in training, directing and motivating department team members; Assume and complete all specific duties of the form/grind operator in their absence as needed; Responsible for formulate & grind line production; Verify production counts and quality of product during formulate & grind activity; Receive and store raw materials; Ensure raw material inventory is counted daily; Weekly inventory of all freezers and dry goods conducted by 2nd shift lead & supervisor; Prepare formulate & grind reports; Work closely with quality assurance to assure quality of finished products; Strict adherence to the quality assurance guidelines must be always maintained to insure the wholesomeness of our product; Responsible for adhering to HACCP and proper documentation of SSOP's; Comply with incident reporting policies and procedures; Adhere to Plant's security and safety policies and procedures; and Communicate effectively with customers and all levels of the organization in a professional manner, display a positive demeanor and be responsive to the teams' needs.
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequent bending, turning, twisting, climbing, stooping, standing, and pulling; Ability to physically lift 60 - 70 lbs. of boxes of meat (unassisted/assisted); Ability to frequently work in a wet slippery environment with exposure to cold, water and noise, occasionally to heat, fumes, smoke, dirt, or dust; Ability to wear safety gear including safety glasses, steel toe shoes, gloves, hard hats, hair nets, and other various types of safety gear supplied by the company; Prolong periods of walking, standing, and occasional sitting; Capability of frequency working around grinders, blenders, and screw conveyors; and Ability to hear, comprehend, and professionally respond to co-worker inquiries, comments, and concerns.


Can you say #dreamjob!?! If you are awesome and want to work for a company that will think so too, apply online!



Benefits while working at White Castle:



Weekly paychecks


Incentive programs/bonus


Promote from within practice


Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance


Life & AD&D


401K & profit sharing plans


Sick pay


Bereavement pay


Employee Assistance Program


Tuition Reimbursement


Paid Holiday & Vacation


Paid Breaks


And more!!



If you meet the minimum qualifications above, APPLY NOW!


White Castle is an Equal Opportunity Employer

REQUIREMENTS

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High School diploma or GED is required; and a minimum of one year of knowledge or background in the meat processing industry is preferred; Knowledge of how each piece of equipment operates and be able to function efficiently in any of the line positions which is acquired through observation and hands on experience; Capability to become certified with the operation of the forklift and hand truck will be required; Ability to direct and motivate team members; Proficient computer experience with knowledge of Microsoft Word, and Outlook; Ability to learn the internal WMS system; Possess good employee relation skills, as well as good verbal communication skills, teamwork, ability to give and receive direction, and follow detailed instructions; Aptitude to troubleshoot problems and be able to make on the spot decisions to keep equipment running; Ability to learn, apply and train others on equipment procedures and workplace health & safety procedures; Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment; Capability to stay focused and accomplish multiple tasks independently with little supervision and within established timeframes; Adequate knowledge of safe lifting procedures and the "lockout/tagout" procedures and proper procedures for safety; Work closely with the Quality Assurance Department involving HACCP and proper documentation of SSOP's; Ability to successfully complete on-the-job training; and Must be flexible to work hours to meet the needs of the plant, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.


White Castle has a hot and tasty opportunity on the menu with this chance to join a team where more than one in four have at least 10 years of consecutive service. We operate restaurants and stock retail freezers with products dedicated to satisfying your cravings morning, noon and night. All that's missing is you. Our Original Slider was named in 2014 as Time magazine's "Most Influential Burger of All Time," and our Impossible (TM) Slider was named by Thrillist in 2019 as the "Best Plant-Based Fast Food Burger." Fast Company named us one of the "10 Most Innovative Dining Companies" in 2021, our 100th year in business. And we're a Certified(TM) Great Place to Work. Your search ends here--we've got the career opportunity you Crave! Apply today, and Follow Your Crave(TM)!