3rd Shift Muffin Production Operator (9:45pm-6:15am)

About the Role

The Production Operator plays a vital role in our food manufacturing process, ensuring the efficient and safe production of food products according to established quality and safety standards. This role involves operating production equipment, monitoring production processes, and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in the production area.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation: Operate production machinery and equipment (mixers, ovens, filling machines, packaging equipment); set up machinery according to production specifications; monitor operation and troubleshoot issues.
• Quality Control: Conduct regular quality checks on raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods; follow SOPs and GMPs for assembly, packaging, and labeling; report deviations to supervisors or quality control.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to OSHA safety protocols, wear appropriate PPE, participate in safety training, report hazards or incidents promptly.
• Sanitation and Cleanliness: Maintain cleanliness of the production area, equipment, work surfaces, and storage; follow sanitation procedures to prevent contamination; dispose of waste according to policy.
• Production Efficiency: Follow production schedules and plans to meet targets; monitor output and identify optimization opportunities; communicate issues affecting efficiency.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate production logs, batch records, and inventory records in the Redzone reporting system; assist with inventory management and material handling.
• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with supervisors, technicians, and quality control personnel; ensure smooth coordination and handover during shift changes.
• Flexibility to work overtime and non‑standard hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; vocational training or certification in food production/manufacturing is a plus.
• Previous experience in food manufacturing or a similar production environment is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations (FSA, USDA) and quality assurance practices (GMPs).
• Ability to operate production equipment and machinery safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions and procedures accurately.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Physical stamina to lift and move heavy objects (up to 50 lb) and perform tasks such as standing, walking, kneeling, crawling, and twisting.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Working Conditions

The position involves daily exposure to dust, fumes, odors, noise, vibration, and varying lighting conditions. Seasonal exposure to extreme temperatures, wetness, and humidity may occur. Workers operate around mechanical equipment, forklifts, chemical, electrical, fire, and explosive hazards, as well as potential communicable diseases. The role requires standing, walking, lifting packages up to 50 lb, fine dexterity, and frequent reaching, kneeling, crawling, and twisting.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Savings Account and Health Savings Account
• 401(k) matching savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness programs
• Life insurance, AD&D insurance, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan counseling
• Employee referral program
• Paid time off and other competitive compensation programs