Seasonal Production Operator

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate production systems, including salt panel and blending panel operations in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Perform batch preparation activities, ensuring correct raw material usage and adherence to formulation specifications.
• Execute packaging operations, including filling, weighing, labeling, and palletizing products.
• Support shipping and receiving activities for raw materials and finished goods.
• Operate production and material handling equipment safely and effectively to meet production targets.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections to identify wear, malfunctions, or safety concerns.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance, cleaning, and minor repairs as assigned.
• Promptly report equipment issues, unsafe conditions, or operational abnormalities to the Production Supervisor.
• Assist maintenance personnel during troubleshooting, repairs, and equipment changeovers as needed.
• Collect, label, and document representative quality control samples per quality procedures.
• Maintain accurate production records, batch documentation, and lot traceability records.
• Identify, segregate, and maintain physical control of non-conforming raw materials and finished goods.
• Support compliance with DOT, OSHA, Industrial Hygiene, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment using 5S and good housekeeping practices.
• Immediately report unsafe conditions, near misses, or incidents to supervision.
• Participate in safety meetings, training sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend process, equipment, or workflow improvements to enhance safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

Scheduling & Availability Requirements

• Availability to work 4–20 hours of overtime per week during peak fire season, depending on operational demand.
• Ability to work fluctuating hours based on production needs, including evenings, weekends, and varying shifts.
• Expected regular schedule is 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; however, flexibility is required, particularly during the summer months, to accommodate early morning or evening shifts as needed.

Seasonal Nature of Employment

This is a seasonal position tied directly to fire season operations. As business demand slows, “decreasing” may occur, meaning a reduction in scheduled hours on slower production days, and/or temporary layoffs as fire season winds down. Employment will ultimately conclude when fire season ends and operational needs cease.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-year experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate and monitor industrial equipment.
• Basic understanding of production processes, quality control, and safety requirements.
• Ability to read, understand, and complete production and shipping documentation.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.
• Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, tact, and diplomacy.