Production Associate - Utility Operator

Ardent Mills•Culpeper, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ardent Mills is seeking passionate individuals to join their team as a Production Associate (Utility Operator). This role involves maintaining the sanitary condition of the facility and filling in for operating positions. The company provides comprehensive on-the-job training and emphasizes its values of Trust, Serving, Simplicity, and Safety. Ardent Mills is a leading flour milling and ingredients company in North America, producing nutritious products distributed across the continent.

Requirements

Must be willing and able to work additional hours which may include overtime, weekends, and holidays.
Communication skills in English (both verbal and written).
Must be willing to accept accountability and work well in a team environment.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Work outside in the elements
Team members must be clean shaven in order to perform tasks where respiratory protection is required and the use of a respirator (including N-95 dust mask) requires a proper seal for adequate protection.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of basic computer knowledge and skills

Responsibilities

Routine cleaning of floors, equipment, roofs and outside grounds
Specialized cleaning tasks such as, but not limited to bin cleanings, sifter, filter sock changes
Special duties assigned by management
Basic process maintenance
Cross-train in at least 1 other operator job
Responsible for understanding and following all personnel and equipment safety policies; sanitation policies; following all corporate policies and procedures.
Ascend and Descend stairs throughout the facility.
Climb ladders (both step and extension)
Wear required PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe boots, gloves) and task specific PPE (respiratory protection, goggles, etc.)
Follow verbal and written instructions (English).
Communicate with peers and supervisors (English)