Operator

Position Summary

The Plant Operators oversee the entire production process of a given facility. They are responsible for the product quality as well as the equipment within GPP. Their goal is to ensure that the whole production process of the dryer (startup-cleanups-switch over) and other miscellaneous equipment runs safely and smoothly and, in addition, produces quality results. They coordinate their efforts with the Packaging Technicians, Alternate Operators, Leads, and Management to optimize production and manpower.

Essential Functions

• Operate the dryer and assist in cleaning/sanitizing.
• Monitor process operating parameters and utility infrastructure operations.
• Stage raw materials accurately, correct formulation, and ensure the amount of raw materials used in each quality batch produced.
• Troubleshoot processing problems and take appropriate corrective action.
• Perform preventative maintenance or repair on equipment as needed.
• Provide leadership support on off-hours when management is not available.
• Affirm compliance with all internal health and safety policies and adhere to quality system requirements.
• Check sifter and magnet performance and approve and sign off on each pallet of the finished product.
• Assist in all areas of production, including dryer clean-up, blending, loading/unloading trucks, etc.
• Maintain and improve housekeeping in all areas of GPP.
• Affirm adherence to cGMP safety procedures, product quality processes, and standard operating procedures.
• Affirm compliance with contractual or standard testing as directed by the Quality Manager and GPP's standard operating procedure.

Competencies And Skills

• Thoroughness
• Teamwork Orientation
• Technical Capacity
• Time Management

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk or hear
• Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms
• Repetitively lift 55 pounds throughout the day

Position Type And Expected Hours Of Work

• This is a full-time position.
• The workweek will be based on a rotating 4 days on and 4 days off schedule.
• Occasional schedule changes may be required as job duties demand.

Required Education And Experience

• A High School Diploma or its equivalent
• A Fork Truck License (completed during training)

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Wage

• $17.00 – $27.00/hour + additional pay for shift differential.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• AD&D
• Short & Long-Term Disability

Application Information

• We are now accepting applications for our Yankton facility.
• Apply