Job Description
Job Description
SUMMARY : Operator I is responsible for operating and monitoring basic food production equipment to ensure efficient and safe manufacturing of food products. This entry-level role plays a key part in maintaining product quality, adhering to food safety standards, and supporting continuous improvement efforts on the production floor.
Shift Hours : 9 : 00pm - 5 : 30am
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Operate machinery and equipment according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Perform basic troubleshooting and report equipment malfunctions
- Conduct routine quality checks and record data accurately
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Hazard Analyzes Critical Control Points (HACCP), and follow all required personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols
- Assist with product changeovers and equipment setups
- Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors
- Participate in training and cross-training opportunities
QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION :
High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)Previous experience in a manufacturing or food production environment is a plusAbility to read and follow standard operating procedures, work instructions, and safety guidelinesBasic math and measurement skills requiredWillingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidaysPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Required to maneuver plant and warehouse workspaces which involve :Frequently standing, walking, sitting, talking, or hearingFrequently work around loud machinery and moving partsContinually utilize hand and finger dexterityContinually exposed to extreme heat, extreme cold, wet, and / or humid conditions (non-weather)Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneelOccasionally exposed to outside weather conditionsOccasionally push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds safely