Production Associate

The Wright Group•Crowley, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Production Operator 1 is an entry-level production position responsible for safely and accurately producing finished products according to batch tickets, established procedures, SOPs, GMPs, food safety requirements, and quality standards. Operators may be assigned to Blends, Spray Dry, Super Coat, or Rice operations. They learn and perform assigned production processes, operate equipment safely, complete required documentation, maintain product quality, and support efficient plant operations under the direction and guidance of the Production Lead and experienced production personnel. The role supports plant operations through teamwork, housekeeping, material handling, and assistance in other production areas as needed. It has no direct reports. The position operates in a warehouse and manufacturing environment, may involve exposure to raw materials, food ingredients, dust, odors, and other manufacturing conditions, and requires appropriate PPE for certain duties. Employees must be able to safely operate material-handling equipment, repeatedly lift and move containers or boxes weighing up to approximately 55 pounds, climb stairs, and stand for approximately 7–8 hours per day. The operation may run 24/7, and work may involve variable hours and some weekends.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or one to two years of job experience.
Forklift certification required.
Ability to read and comprehend production documents, scales, safety manuals, SOPs, and other written materials in English.
Ability to pass a company-administered mathematics and computer skills assessment for the Production Operator 1 position.
Willingness and ability to comply with company safety guidelines and requirements at all times.
Availability to work nights, weekends, overtime, and holidays.
Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
Ability to regularly lift and move containers or boxes weighing up to approximately 55 pounds repetitively.
Ability to climb stairs and stand for extended periods, approximately 7–8 hours per day.
Ability to work in a fast-paced operation that may run 24/7 and to work variable hours and some weekends.
Ability to work in other departments as needed.
Demonstrated professionalism, respect, accountability, and follow-through.
Attention to accuracy, thoroughness, and product quality; ability to apply feedback and monitor one's own work.
Ability to meet productivity standards and complete work in a timely manner.
Consistent attendance and punctuality.
Dependability, including following instructions and management direction and completing tasks on time.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience working in an industrial production environment is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely and accurately produce assigned batches while following SOPs, GMPs, food safety and human safety requirements, and company policies.
Set up and start mixing tanks, blenders, and other assigned production equipment according to established procedures.
Obtain, review, and understand the documentation required to produce assigned batches.
Verify the correct ingredients, materials, lot numbers, and quantities for each batch.
Safely and properly operate mixers, scales, meters, pumps, forklifts, manual pallet jacks, and other assigned equipment.
Follow laboratory instructions regarding batch approval, adjustments, and additional production requirements.
Perform basic quality-control checks, including measuring, weighing, sealing, package counts, and evaluating product and package appearance.
Perform required pre-operation and post-operation inspections and report abnormalities or concerns.
Complete required batch paperwork and other production documentation accurately and on time.
Maintain housekeeping in assigned areas and assist with housekeeping elsewhere in the plant as needed.
Move empty pallets, bags, ingredients, and other supplies using forklifts, manual pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.
Package products and assist with packaging operations as needed.
Work cooperatively with others and assist employees or work outside the primary assignment when needed.
Complete required training and develop proficiency in assigned production processes and equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.