Operator - Afternoons

Van Drunen Farms • Crown Point, IN

1d • $20 - $22

About The Position

The Operator operates and monitors production equipment used in drying, freezing, wet and dry processing, sifting, grinding, boxing, re-boxing, and packaging while maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency. The role prepares and sets up materials, supplies, and equipment for production runs, including assembling, disassembling, cleaning, sanitizing, moving, loading, and unloading them.

The Operator performs Critical Control Point (CCP) checks, identifies and reports product quality concerns, and follows GMPs, SOPs, safety procedures, PPE requirements, and Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) protocols. The position supports production goals through shift-transition preparation, minor equipment adjustments, scheduled cleaning, overtime as required, participation in safety training and meetings, collaboration with teammates, training support for new employees, communication of operational concerns, and continuous improvement.

This is a second-shift role scheduled Monday through Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with mandatory overtime on Sundays from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The expected pay range is $20.15–$22.20. Supplemental bonus and incentive compensation may be available based on pre-established individual and company performance metrics. A shift differential is offered, and the role is benefits-eligible.

Requirements

• At least six months of production experience or an equivalent combination of related experience, education, and training.
• Basic reading, writing, and computer skills, including the ability to use ERP scanners when required.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations and accurately count, track, and adjust inventory.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow quality, safety, and operational procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while demonstrating accountability and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

• Previous forklift experience is a plus; forklift certification may be required, with training provided as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment used in drying, freezing, wet and dry processing, sifting, grinding, boxing, re-boxing, and packaging.
• Maintain safety, quality, and efficiency during production.
• Assemble, disassemble, clean, sanitize, move, load, unload, and set up materials, supplies, and equipment for production runs.
• Perform Critical Control Point (CCP) checks and identify and report product quality concerns.
• Follow GMPs, SOPs, safety procedures, PPE requirements, and Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) protocols.
• Prepare for shift transitions, make minor equipment adjustments, complete scheduled cleaning tasks, and work overtime as required.
• Participate in safety training and meetings.
• Collaborate with team members, support training of new employees, communicate operational concerns, and contribute to continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Benefits eligibility
• Shift differential
• Potential supplemental compensation through bonus and incentive programs, contingent upon achieving pre-established individual and company performance metrics.
• Hands-on experience and ongoing training to expand manufacturing skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed