Overnight Crush Operator

American Natural•Cherokee, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Production Operators are responsible for safely and efficiently operating plant equipment and processes to produce products that meet quality, food safety, and regulatory requirements at American Natural Processors (ANP). This role primarily supports Crush operations from 9pm to 6am, Monday - Friday.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Basic math, documentation, and communication skills.
Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in food manufacturing, agriculture, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude or process awareness.

Responsibilities

Operate Crush processing equipment in accordance with SOPs, GMPs, and safety requirements.
Monitor process conditions, equipment performance, and product quality parameters.
Perform routine in-process checks, documentation, and recordkeeping accurately and timely.
Identify, respond to, and escalate process deviations, equipment issues, or food safety concerns.
Perform routine sanitation, housekeeping, and basic maintenance tasks as assigned.
Support receiving and load-out activities related to production operations as required.
Follow all safety policies, including lockout/tagout, confined space, PPE, and food safety requirements.
Follow all GMPs, SOPs, and food safety requirements applicable to production activities.
Identify and report food safety or quality risks immediately.
Ensure work practices protect product integrity and consumer safety.