Process Operator I

About the role

This role involves working in potentially loud, odorous, and physically demanding environments, including exposure to various weather conditions. You must be able to: lift and carry up to 50 lbs, stand and walk for extended periods, climb stairs and ladders, bend, reach, push, pull, enter tanks, and wear a harness when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate mechanized equipment safely and efficiently
• Monitor operations via control room systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues
• Sample and test products for quality assurance
• Load/unload trucks, railcars, and containers
• Pack, inspect, and handle various packaging formats
• Transfer product between tanks as needed
• Maintain inventory and cleanliness of equipment
• Handle chemicals safely and according to protocols

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Computer literacy; SAP experience is a plus
• Mechanical/problem-solving skills (preferred)
• Knowledge of GMP and food safety (a plus)
• Forklift experience or willingness to obtain certification (required)

Qualifications

• Passionate about manufacturing and handling raw materials and finished products
• Safety-focused and quality-driven
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment

Skills

• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Adaptability to rotating shifts and willingness to work overtime as needed
• Commitment to workplace safety and compliance with safety standards

Benefits

• Vacation: Accrual of 2 weeks starting the first of the month after hire
• Holidays: 10 designated + 1 floating
• Medical: Two plan options, including one with a Health Savings Account (HSA) and another with a Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dental and Vision: Available
• Life Insurance: Company-provided, with optional additional coverage for employee, partner, and dependents
• Disability Insurance: Employer-provided
• 401K Plan: 100% company match on the first 6% of employee contributions

Pay

$27.11 per hour

Schedule

Rotating 12-hour shifts, 3–4 days a week. Availability to work holidays and weekends is required.

Job Type

Contract, Full-time