Operator

Van Drunen Farms•Crown Point, IN

28d•$20 - $21

About The Position

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing! Build Skills and Purpose at Van Drunen Farms At Van Drunen Farms, we're not just providing ingredients; we're providing people with purpose and possibility. As a trusted partner in delivering fruit, vegetable, herb, and grain-based ingredient solutions to companies around the globe, we're striving to build a values-aligned workforce that embodies humility, integrity, passion, and excellence. We are actively interviewing for positions on all three shifts. Your Role on the Team: Start up, operate, and adjust production equipment with safety and precision. Perform quality checks and sanitation tasks using approved tools and cleaning agents. Model positive behaviors and support the growth of teammates and new hires. Communicate clearly and respectfully across teams, raising safety or quality concerns when needed. Partner with other departments to enhance efficiency and workplace safety. Participate in scheduled cleaning routines and team safety meetings. Conduct Critical Control Point (CCP) checks and follow Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures. Contribute to a flexible and team-oriented environment by performing other duties as needed to support production goals, safety standards, and continuous improvement. Follow all GMPs and SOPs to maintain high standards of safety and quality.

Requirements

At least six months of production experience or equivalent training
Basic math and reading skills; ability to count and track inventory
Familiarity with safety equipment and procedures including respirators, hearing protection, and eye protection
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks such as bending, kneeling, climbing, and pushing equipment
Comfortable working in varied environments (dusty, cold, hot, humid, wet, or loud).
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including respirators, hearing protection, eye protection, and head protection.

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Start up, operate, and adjust production equipment with safety and precision.
Perform quality checks and sanitation tasks using approved tools and cleaning agents.
Model positive behaviors and support the growth of teammates and new hires.
Communicate clearly and respectfully across teams, raising safety or quality concerns when needed.
Partner with other departments to enhance efficiency and workplace safety.
Participate in scheduled cleaning routines and team safety meetings.
Conduct Critical Control Point (CCP) checks and follow Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures.
Contribute to a flexible and team-oriented environment by performing other duties as needed to support production goals, safety standards, and continuous improvement.
Follow all GMPs and SOPs to maintain high standards of safety and quality.