Production Line Operator

About the role

Talking Rain, the maker of Sparkling Ice, is seeking a Production Line Operator to safely operate production packaging equipment and perform periodic quality checks. The role contributes to a positive plant culture and sees hard work come to life.

Responsibilities

• Operate all production equipment safely, following SOPs and troubleshooting basic issues.
• Perform package changeovers.
• Down‑stack pallets of product in a consistently safe manner.
• Ensure accurate use and availability of raw materials to avoid downtime.
• Complete all quality and operational paperwork promptly.
• Track pallet numbers and record them correctly on the QA inspection sheet.
• Verify products and components match scheduled runs and specification sheets.
• Continuously inspect packages for quality.
• Recommend suggestions to increase efficiency and drive results.
• Verify all safety guards are in place before starting equipment.
• Escalate critical issues to Leads and Shift Supervisor as needed.
• Collaborate with warehouse, production, QA, and maintenance teams.
• Maintain food safety, quality, and SQF practices; notify supervisor of any issues.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of one (1) year of work experience, preferably in food production.
• Fluent in English with the ability to read instructions carefully.
• Ability to accommodate overtime, occasional other shifts, and weekends.
• Physical demands: ~95% standing; ability to lift 50 lb; ability to kneel, bend, or squat (~40% of the time); ability to handle containers, spray bottles, high‑pressure water and air hoses.
• Vision to see physical cleanliness of areas, objects, and equipment.
• Safety‑sensitive role with responsibility for personal and others’ safety.

Pay

Base hourly rate: $22/hour plus shift differential for hours worked outside of first shift. Discretionary bonus potential up to $900 bi‑annually, based on plant and company profitability.

Schedule

Four‑day, 12‑hour shift schedule (4 × 12). Core hours: Monday – Friday, 3:00 pm – 3:00 am. Weekends off (Saturday & Sunday) with one rotating day off during the work week. Start and end times may change due to business needs.

Benefits

• Three weeks of vacation per calendar year, with additional week accrual over time.
• Six weeks of paid parental leave (FMLA‑qualifying employees).
• Flexibility stipend for eligible employees (e.g., phone, internet, remote‑work expenses).
• Relocation assistance when available.
• Carpool mileage reimbursement (minimum twice weekly).
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and matched contributions.
• Fitness reimbursements for community events, fun runs, triathlons, cycling tours, and access to on‑site gym with personal trainer twice weekly.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans (including a free option for employees).
• Vehicle programs for sales roles (company car or mileage reimbursement).