Production Operator

About the role

Darigold is seeking an experienced and motivated Production Operator to join the team at our Issaquah Plant. The role involves following instructions, running chemical tests, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, and completing various production tasks.

Responsibilities

• Follow instructions from leads/supervisors
• Follow all procedures and clean up including GMPs
• Run chemical tests on all CIPs
• Document all production data clearly and accurately
• Keep supervisors and Maintenance informed of any mechanical issues
• Inspect the equipment prior to setting up for production, during production, during CIP and report possible mechanical deficiencies
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Able to work with required sanitation chemicals
• Able to utilize professional methods of communication within the butter department to create a positive environment
• Complete PMs and other environmental tasks as assigned
• Follow and comply with Safety and Quality Assurance practices
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by leads/supervisors/managers

Requirements

• Frequent lifting of 55 lbs
• Standing for extended periods of time
• Ability to follow all clean up procedures
• Self-motivator with the ability to multi-task
• Ability to communicate and work well with others and management
• Proven ability to maintain professionalism, while managing multiple competing tasks in a high volume, fast paced, time sensitive environment
• High level of organizational skills
• Excellent attendance and work performance
• Understanding and adherence to all GMPs
• Able to work overtime when necessary
• Excellent mechanical aptitude
• Able to conduct business in a manner consistent with Darigold mission, values, policies and our Code of Conduct

Qualifications

• Full-time hourly union position
• Experience in a similar role
• Union environment experience preferred

Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to producing high quality product
• Fast-paced environment experience
• Union environment experience

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package
• Health and Wellness benefits
• Paid vacation, sick and holidays
• Pension contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Premium pay for off shifts (night, swing) and vacation relief (where applicable)

Pay

$27.74/hour - $34.68/hour depending on skills and experience

Schedule

Days off subject to change.