Operator, Nights
Van Drunen Farms · Crown Point, IN · 1 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Role Summary
The Overnight Operator supports food manufacturing operations on our overnight shift. This position works four 10-hour days on a Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday shift schedule. Operators oversee equipment, prepare production runs, and maintain safety and quality standards in a cold environment and other manufacturing conditions.
What You’ll Do
- Operate, monitor, and assist with production equipment used for drying, freezing, grinding, sifting, boxing, and packaging.
- Perform equipment setup, sanitation, minor adjustments, and production changeovers during overnight operations.
- Follow General Manufacturing Procedures (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), (Critical Control Point) CCP checks, and Lock Out/Tag Out procedures to maintain food safety and workplace safety standards.
- Complete cleaning and sanitation tasks using pressure hoses, chemicals, and production tools in a cold environment.
- Support team production goals by maintaining attendance, communicating professionally, and assisting with continuous improvement efforts.
What You’ll Bring
- At least six months of manufacturing or production experience preferred.
- Ability to work overnight shifts on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday schedule with 10 hour days.
- Comfort working in cold, dusty, wet, hot, or loud production environments.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks including bending, climbing, and pushing equipment.
- Basic math, reading, and computer skills; forklift experience is a plus.
What You Can Look Forward To
- Consistent overnight schedule with four 10 hour days per week.
- Paid holidays and vacation time.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Tuition assistance and 401(k) with company match.
- Career advancement opportunities within Operations and Production.
Benefits
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Benefits Available: 2026-benefits-summary.pdf
Shift Differential
Yes, $1.50 SHIFT
Shift
10-hour Overnight Shift - Friday thru Monday - 11PM - 9:30AM