Operator II - Wood Pellet Line

Healthy Pet LP

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Help Shape the Future of Pet Care Manufacturing
Healthy Pet is looking for skilled machine operators and industrial workers to support our commitment to eco-friendly pet care. You'll work with our advanced production equipment to create bedding and litter from natural plant fibers. Your attention to detail and dedication to quality will play a key role in delivering safe, exceptional products to our customers. Join us and make a difference in sustainable manufacturing.

Healthy Pet Jesup is hiring for an Operator II – Wood Pellet worker for the Night Shift. The Operator II position is responsible for operating and overseeing the raw material processing side of the production process.
As a key member of our dynamic team, you’ll engage in a multifaceted role that combines hands-on operation of industrial process systems with management through Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems. This includes overseeing raw material input, water and chemical systems, screening equipment, and bulk tanks, ensuring the safety, quality, and efficiency of our operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 5 years of related operator experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
• Experience operating heavy machinery, production machinery and controls
• Mechanical inclination
• Must possess a valid driver’s and maintain throughout employment
• Must possess a fork lift certification and maintain throughout employment

Nice To Haves

• Experience with industrial Human-Machine Interface control systems (HMI)
• Experience with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) processes

Responsibilities

• Coordinates production with Supervisor and Floor Leads.
• Reviews production figures and work orders with the prior shift Operator at the beginning of shift.
• Notes peculiarities with product production or machine operations. Adjust production rates accordingly.
• Performs repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Ensures machines are running properly and all safety guards and panels are in place during production.
• Refers major mechanical repairs to maintenance, as needed.
• Ensures product specifications are met and quality is maintained. Documents variances.
• Ensures compliance with all SOPs.
• Conducts and records sampling as instructed by Supervisor and for Quality as needed.
• Acts as primary responder in an emergency situation. Operates the fire suppression system.
• Performs necessary equipment adjustments for production run changes.
• Operates a front end loader as needed to keep production running.
• Inputs data for production reports. Ensures timeliness and accuracy.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability and life insurance
• Generous 401k matching
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid sick days and vacation time
• Plus, quarterly bonuses!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees