Machine Operator / Drying Technician - 1st & 2nd Shifts Available | We Train!
About The Position
Nutrition 101 is an industry leader in recovering food waste and converting it into livestock feed. Based in Pendleton, Indiana, the company helps food processors reduce waste and supports sustainable agriculture by transforming food byproducts into useful products for livestock producers. The Machine Operator / Drying Technician operates specialized equipment that converts liquid materials into powdered products. This hands-on production role includes setting up and operating drying equipment, monitoring automated systems, checking product quality, adjusting equipment, recording production data, preparing finished products for shipment, and maintaining a safe, clean production environment. New team members can be trained. The position is full-time, hourly, and available on either a weekday first or second shift.
Requirements
- Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work in a hot, noisy, or dusty environment.
- Ability to lift up to 50–75 pounds.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow production procedures.
- Dependability and ability to work scheduled shifts.
- Willingness and ability to follow required PPE standards and safety procedures.
- Willingness and ability to follow plant hygiene and food safety requirements, including restrictions on jewelry, artificial nails, and hair extensions in plant operations areas.
- Ability to safely wear and use respiratory protection equipment, including passing required medical evaluations, fit testing, and training when respiratory hazards exist.
- Maintain a clean-shaven face in areas where tight-fitting respirators are required.
Nice To Haves
- One to three years of experience operating machinery in a manufacturing or production environment; new team members will be trained.
- Forklift experience; certification can be provided if needed.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate drying equipment used in production.
- Monitor equipment performance using control panels and automated systems.
- Perform routine product quality checks during production.
- Adjust machine settings and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
- Record production data and maintain accurate batch logs.
- Safely operate forklifts and other equipment after certification.
- Use chemicals while wearing required personal protective equipment.
- Prepare finished products for storage or shipment.
- Perform routine equipment cleaning and maintenance.
- Follow safety, sanitation, quality, hygiene, food safety, respiratory protection, and workplace safety procedures.
- Communicate with team members to keep production running smoothly.
- Wear required PPE and participate in required safety training, equipment inspections, and respirator fit testing.
- Maintain a clean-shaven face when assigned duties requiring a tight-fitting respirator.
Benefits
- Competitive base wage based on experience, with opportunity for a pay increase after role-based certifications.
- Performance-based bonuses.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Telemedicine for primary care, urgent care, and mental health.
- $25,000 group life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, plus voluntary life insurance for employees or dependents.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Critical illness and accident insurance.
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
- Company holidays and paid time off.
- Employee assistance program.
- Referral bonus.
- Employee empowerment program described as an ownership-oriented program.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
