PRODUCTION CLASS 2 OPERATOR

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist production supervisors in various daily activities, promoting labor efficiency, quality, and sanitary objectives.
• Work closely with procedures as required by the Quality Manual, assisting Class 1 in any necessary functions.
• Maintain proper machine functioning, troubleshoot, and clean machines.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, employees, quality assurance, and maintenance staff.
• Follow proper operating procedures and report mechanical issues to supervisors immediately.
• Work collaboratively with all other co-workers and identify, correct, and communicate product defects.
• Perform general clean-up, washing, and sanitizing duties.
• Comply with Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, GMP’s, sanitation procedures, and quality procedures as set forth by QA and/or supervisors.
• Perform any other activity as directed by the supervisor.

Performance Metrics

• Effective communication with key internal interface personnel.
• Efficient line operation.
• Accident frequency rate.
• Identify and provide solutions to problems.
• Maintenance of loss allowance standards.
• Adherence to high-quality standards of V & V Supremo Foods, Inc.

Key External Interface

Not applicable.

Key Internal Interface

• Plant Manager
• Production Supervisors
• Quality Associates
• Maintenance Department
• Other production employees

Skills Required

• Safety First attitude.
• High School diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP) preferred.
• Basic Mechanical Experience (preferred).

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Performs in a food manufacturing environment requiring strict adherence to food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards, including the use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• May work in areas with variable temperatures, machinery noise, and exposure to food ingredients and sanitation chemicals.
• Requires standing or walking for extended periods, performing repetitive tasks, and regularly lifting up to 25–35 pounds (occasionally up to 50 pounds with assistance).
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Equal Opportunity Employer

V & V Supremo Foods is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.