Production Operator I - Packaging, 3rd Shift (D1261)

About the role

The Production Operator position is involved in all aspects of the production of our premium pet food. They are responsible for setting-up, operating, and disassembling processing equipment in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Responsibilities

• Sets-up, operates and disassembles processing equipment in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) according to production schedule.
• Troubleshoots equipment as needed.
• Maintains cleanliness throughout work shift.
• Completes in-process quality checks on a periodic basis on representative samples to ensure that product is correctly produced/packaged.
• Changesover/setups machine for run by loading product, components, printer material, etc.; adjusting settings; checking the line; and obtaining line clearance to prepare equipment for next run.
• Follows safety procedures and policies in all job tasks.

Requirements

• Completes safety system documentation and verifies compliance to program standards.
• Reports deviations to Supervisor.
• Participates in mandatory safety training and adheres to all safety policies/procedures.
• Reports all safety issues, near misses, and injuries.
• Completes quality & food safety system documentation and verifies compliance to program standards.
• Reports deviations to Supervisor.
• Participates in mandatory food safety and quality training program requirements.
• Presents actions necessary to resolve food safety and quality system deficiencies.
• Reports food safety and quality system failures and takes actions necessary to preserve the BRC system.

Qualifications

• Completes safety system documentation and verifies compliance to program standards.
• Reports deviations to Supervisor.
• Participates in mandatory safety training and adheres to all safety policies/procedures.
• Reports all safety issues, near misses, and injuries.
• Completes quality & food safety system documentation and verifies compliance to program standards.
• Reports deviations to Supervisor.
• Participates in mandatory food safety and quality training program requirements.
• Presents actions necessary to resolve food safety and quality system deficiencies.
• Reports food safety and quality system failures and takes actions necessary to preserve the BRC system.

Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.

Benefits

At Wellness Pet, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Life and disability insurance coverage.
• Employee assistance program.
• Generous paid time off policy.
• Discounted pet products and services.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Pay

Salary range: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour.

Schedule

Shift: 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM
Location: Decatur, AR – Manufacturing Plant