Chemical/Flaking Operator I - Days

Reporting directly to the Flaking Supervisor, this role ensures the continuous and effective operation of the Flaking department to meet production goals while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Schedule

2-2-3 Rotation (Work 2 days, off 2 days, work 3 days, repeat). This schedule includes working every other weekend.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or earning within a designated period of time following date of hire
• 1 year of stand-up forklift experience required; 2+ years preferred
• 1 year of continuous work history with a company required; 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

Physical Requirements

• Able to work in ambient temperatures (high and low)
• Able to work a 12-hour shift with rotating schedule
• Able to change elevation using ramps, stairs, and ladders
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods (e.g., greater than one hour)
• Able to independently lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis during shift
• Able to work overtime as needed

Responsibilities

• Operate material handling equipment, including but not limited to forklift
• Transport supersacks into warehouse storage after processing
• Operate equipment (e.g., supersack machine, filling machine)
• Perform washouts and changeovers of facilities and equipment
• Perform and follow all procedures, including proper documentation, of manufactured product
• Maintain housekeeping requirements and 5S (i.e., sort, set in order, shine, standardize, sustain) standards
• Perform autonomous maintenance, including cleaning, inspecting, lubricating, and tightening to maintain equipment base condition
• Perform basic computer tasks and transfer inventory through electronic scanning and required paperwork
• Lead or support continuous improvement activities through established methods
• Follow all safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures
• Assist in maintaining a safe work environment and comply with all customer, regulatory, and quality requirements
• Keep equipment and work area clean and organized
• Adhere to all Environmental, Health, Safety, Security Requirements covered under Local, State, and Federal Regulations
• Follow all RC14001 guiding principles, policies, procedures, and other requirements
• Maintain Hazardous waste in accordance with all Local, State, and Federal Regulations
• Other duties as requested

Benefits

• 401K with company match and profit-sharing (up to 9%)
• Vacation, 10 paid holidays, and personal days
• Annual bonus up to $2,000
• Perfect attendance rewards
• Skill-based raises and advancement opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Overtime pay
• Referral bonus up to $1,500

Expectations

• Maintain a safe, legal, and environmentally protective operation
• Listen to customers, suppliers, and employees; respond quickly to customer concerns
• Follow set guidelines for Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), quality, and food safety requirements
• Maintain training on applicable procedures in quality, GMP, and food safety
• Report any food safety, security, and/or quality issues to management or the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) team
• Provide flexible and innovative strategies to support new business opportunities
• Be cost-effective in resource utilization to contribute to profitability
• Strive for continuous improvement and maintain a positive “Can Do” attitude
• Willingness and eagerness to learn