Dryer and Packaging Operator
About The Position
The Dryer & Packaging Operator is primarily responsible for operating the dry process and associated equipment. The role includes operating dryers and packaging systems to ensure products meet specifications and bags and totes are properly filled and sealed. The operator maintains accurate paperwork, learns and uses computer-related controls, monitors additives, and maintains quality-control and production programs in accordance with company standards. The position also involves equipment and workplace cleanliness, proper product handling, cleaning procedures, compliance with GMP and company policies, and a strong focus on food safety and safety practices. Operators take ownership of training and development, may coach and train teammates, and participate in training activities that may occur before, during, or after shifts and on scheduled days off. The work requires 12-hour variable shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. Employees should be prepared for physical work that includes standing and walking for nearly the entire workday, working at heights and in fairly small areas, and performing a range of movements and handling tasks. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- Proficient English skills to understand, read, write, and speak English.
- Ability to work 12-hour variable shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
- Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
- Basic computer skills.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
- SAP experience.
- Dairy manufacturing experience.
- Active or past membership on a departmental safety team.
- Packaging skills in a food manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Operate dryers to ensure quality product that meets specifications.
- Operate packaging systems to ensure bags and totes are adequately sealed and properly filled.
- Maintain accurate and complete paperwork.
- Learn and operate computer-related controls.
- Continue developing knowledge of dryer process equipment and protein.
- Monitor additives to retentate streams to ensure proper functionality of the products.
- Maintain and monitor quality-control and production programs according to company standards.
- Maintain equipment and work environment cleanliness.
- Handle products properly to minimize product loss.
- Understand and conduct CIP and other cleaning steps according to plant procedures.
- Follow GMP guidelines and company policies.
- Take an active role in training and development activities, classes, and events.
- Help coach and train teammates and participate in on-the-job and buddy training.
- Follow food safety and sanitation policies and procedures; communicate incidents, observations, or opportunities and participate in root-cause analysis and improvement activities when required.
- Prioritize safety, report safety issues and observations, and follow up with the team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
