Production Machine Operator II

About the role

As a Production Machine Operator II, you will work with raw materials to complete mix formulas, mix ingredients to complete batches, and package or palletize materials for shipping. In addition, you will learn and rotate between multiple positions to develop cross-functional skills and support operational needs across the department.

Shift Schedule

Thursday – Saturday 5:42pm-6:12am
All overtime is scheduled per the UFCW Contract

What Does It Take to be a Production Machine Operator II at Dawn Foods?

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports
• Ability to communicate effectively with fellow team members
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to deal with problem-solving in variable situations
• Must be able to work well with others or independently
• Forklift certified is helpful, and must be able to become certified
• Computer skills helpful
• Preferred: High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

What You'll Do

• Assure all products produced meet the product specifications, food safety, and regulatory requirements
• Learn and rotate between multiple positions to build cross-functional knowledge, support operational flexibility, and develop a broader understanding of department processes
• Establish high-performance standards in housekeeping, in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), American Institute of Baking (AIB), International Food Standard (IFS), and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) requirements
• Operate auxiliary equipment as needed for each respective function
• Operate in a safe manner according to manual, training, and batch card instructions to ensure high-quality and food-safe product
• Maintain the workstation and keep it clean and organized
• Communicate to lead or supervisor any quality, safety, scheduling, and food safety issues within their department or the plant
• Perform all the above tasks in a safe manner by following the company's GMPs, SOPs, and safety regulations
• Aid in training new team members
• Adhere to the Food Defense and Security functions within the facility
• Follow the guidelines as printed in the description of duties for the function
• Perform all functions of the role
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Demonstrate the “Dawn Values” of Team Dawn and supports the Circle of Excellence

Work Environment

• Physical demands: Regularly stand, walk, use hands to grasp, move, or utilize objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear
• Specific vision abilities: Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus

Pay

$21/hour plus $.50/hr shift differential, with $1.50 pay increase every six (6) months until full rate is reached (max two years) $33.16!

Schedule

Thursday – Saturday 5:42pm-6:12am
All overtime is scheduled per the UFCW Contract

Benefits

Clean work environment
Climate controlled
Professional training
UFCW benefit eligible after 90 days
Family-owned business over 100 years in service
An opportunity for career advancement, working as part of an empowering workforce