Processing Operator (Kitchen)

Lyons Magnus leads the food industry with creativity and innovation, crafting top-quality products across all manufacturing phases, from raw materials to marketing. With over 2000 diverse items for industrial ingredient and food service sectors, Lyons caters to leading restaurant chains nationally and internationally.

At Lyons, our diverse and talented staff is the heart of our organization. We foster a thriving work environment where employees are engaged in shaping both the company's and their own future.

A member of the Production Department, a food service division at Lyons Magnus, an international food and beverage manufacturer headquartered in Fresno, California. The Processing Operator is responsible for batching/cooking syrups, sauces, & toppings and operating the filler. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. This position reports to the Production Lead.

Pay: $21.00 per hour + shift differential

Hours: 1:45pm - 12:00am

Schedule: Monday - Friday + occasional Saturdays

(Must be willing to work OT and Weekends)

Location: Westlake, OH

Position Type: Full Time

Travel Requirements: None

Work Environment: Production Environment within a Manufacturing Facility

Core Responsibilities:

• Prepare and measure ingredients according to recipes in RedZone.
• Cook or blend products to specifications as outlined in the recipe.
• Verify BRIX and pH levels to ensure they meet recipe requirements.
• Monitor and manually verify temperatures throughout the cooking process.
• Set up and operate equipment, including fillers, cappers, kettles, pumps, and piping, to run assembly lines.
• Package finished goods in bottles or cans according to product specifications.
• Record lot codes and quality checks using RedZone and Microsoft Dynamics AX (DAX).
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Follow food safety requirements, including GMPs and SQF guidelines, throughout the facility.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment in accordance with SQF guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong basic mathematical skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain accurate documentation
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to follow directions and work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to tolerate high-temperature and humid working conditions while performing job duties safely.
• Strong attention to detail

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to read and understand English-language recipes, instructions, documentation, and accurately enter information into RedZone.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with RedZone and Microsoft Dynamics AX (DAX).