Process Operator - Night Shift

The Krusteaz Company•Hopkinsville, KY

7d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

We make a difference by enriching the lives of consumers through products we are proud of. You can THRIVE in a culture built on forward-thinking in a supportive, family atmosphere with outstanding benefits. The Krusteaz Company products and brands bring people together, so we do our part to ensure those experiences are great! Our goal is to be the most innovative, creative, and admired company in food, and we recognize that our people are the key to achieving that goal. That's why we strive to foster a passionate, caring, and quality-focused workplace where people know they are valued and understand how their contributions impact the business. We have a small company feel, and many employees appreciate a variety of broad responsibilities as well as the caring, family-like culture. If this sounds like the kind of company you'd like to work for, and the kind of role you'd excel at, we encourage you to apply today! The policy of The Krusteaz Company is to hire, train, and promote all persons in all job groups in accordance with law, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital or military status, national origin, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. Get to know us: A people-focused company that cares : We’re a 90-year-old company with the entrepreneurial spirit of a startup and a focused eye on the future. As a midsized, privately held company with a portfolio of beloved food and beverage brands, our people are the most important ingredient in our success. A valued and supported workforce : We place tremendous value in our employees and provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to ensure our employees can create the best life for themselves. Benefits include a top tier health insurance plan with lower-than-average employee cost share, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and more. An engaged and energized culture : At The Krusteaz Company, collaboration and ingenuity drive our fierce commitment to creating extraordinary product experiences that people love. A place to grow and make a difference: An entrepreneurial spirit has been at the core of our company since the beginning, attracting self-starters who are curious and love to learn and to share ideas.

Requirements

Ability to operate processing equipment (machinery) at standard.
Read and follow directions correctly, written and verbal, continuously.
Use your entire body to bend, twist, push, pull, reach, squat, climb, maneuver, stand, walk, sit, and lean in awkward positions in order to perform a variety of tasks at each level.
Climb and balance on an 18 to 20 foot ladder (i.e. some tasks require short periods of working at heights on platforms).
Work in a safe manner; lift 100 pounds, occasionally.
Pro-active in quality and follow GMP's and housekeeping guidelines.
Flexible to work other shifts and overtime as business needs require.
Ability to work with people in a team environment.
High School diploma or equivalent required; accurate reading, math, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous food processing experience preferred.
Food processing and processing machinery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Supply indoor silo requirements through operation of bulk bag dump stations.
Manage indoor silo inventories through use of process computer systems.
Receive and unload bulk raw materials per established procedures.
Complete and process receiving, inventory, clean down, safety, shift tie-in, and other related documentation in a clear, accurate, and timely manner.
Perform routine and changeover sanitation tasks within AIB, GMP, lockout/tagout, and confined space entry guidelines.
Properly use and care for equipment used in the cleaning of process equipment and platforms.
Assemble goody barrels and operate Manual Weigh and AZO Database PC’s and peripherals.
Match goody barrel contents, manual weigh ticket, and bag dump prompt to correct batch.
Production PC operation, monitoring, and problem solving.
Visually examine mixes for cross contamination, color, saturation, lumps, and other key attributes or defects.
Supply manual weigh and bag dump stations with a sufficient supply of the right ingredients.
Automatic and manual manipulation of various process equipment and devices.
Lift 100 lbs. and move 400 lbs. using proper lifting techniques and devices.
Frequently climb multiple flights of stairs, walk, crawl, stand and sit.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (starting at $60-$95/month for employee-only coverage on the PPO Plan or starting at $30-$45/month for employee-only coverage on the HDHP)
401(K) matching
3 weeks of paid time off
10 paid holidays
1 paid personal holiday
Company provided life insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Healthcare saving account
Voluntary accident insurance
Voluntary critical illness insurance
Tuition reimbursement