Production Operator 3rd Shift

About the role

A packaging operator works in a manufacturing or industrial setting, operating and monitoring machinery to produce goods. They are responsible for setting up, adjusting, maintaining, and troubleshooting the equipment to ensure efficient and safe production.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment to ensure efficient and safe production
• Work in a safe manner and follow safety guidelines
• Understand and follow Food Safety policies
• Read and understand recipes
• Troubleshoot process-related issues within the boundaries of the recipe
• Use digital scales and have a working knowledge of scale functions
• Mix doughs according to recipe
• Have a working knowledge of the mixer, using the time and batch recipe system
• Follow FIFO (First in First Out), mix lot number, and documentation accuracy
• Clean and refill ingredient bins and label the bins with the correct lot number
• Monitor and assist with equipment upstream/downstream to ensure continuous operation
• Clean mixers and work areas properly during and after production runs or changeovers
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Observe all plant safety, GMP, and allergen procedures and attend appropriate training sessions
• Manufacture, distribute, and consistently maintain safe and quality food by following good manufacturing practices, allergen controls, food defense, HACCP, and SQF requirements
• Immediately report all food safety and quality issues to your supervisor
• Follow supervisor's directives and support the shift team as needed

Requirements

• Ability to work in a standing position for entire shift
• Ability to climb steps and ladders
• Ability to work flexible schedules and work in other departments including weekends and holidays
• Ability to communicate with others as well as management
• Understanding of FDA guidelines and company policies
• Mathematical skills

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Works in a manufacturing facility requiring standing, bending, climbing, or walking 80% of the time
• Must frequently twist, bend, and stoop when performing work tasks
• Frequently carry or lift 50 pounds or more

Pay

$18.25 - $20.00

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision
• 401k Plan
• Short term disability available
• Paid holidays, vacation, and paid sick leave