Production Facility Operator - Wilmington, IL
About The Position
At Batory Foods, we encourage our team to Bring YOU, Every Day because true success starts with the ability to be yourself and letting your unique talents shine. Since 1979, the heart of our success has been our people. The Friedman family established a legacy of generosity, warmth, and respect. And with core values like Invest in Relationships and Be Relentless About Improvement, each member of our team consistently strives for excellence to uphold that legacy—whether it’s related to the employee experience, our processes, or the customer journey. Join our team today and help us build a better tomorrow, together. This position requires candidates to be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employment sponsorship.
Requirements
- High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
- Ability to safely lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
- Strong work ethic with a commitment to productivity, teamwork, and achieving production goals.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and contribute to a positive workplace culture.
- Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, including adherence to all safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to work overtime and flexible schedules as business needs require.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality with a strong record of dependability.
- Ability and willingness to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and comply with food safety requirements at all times.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with coworkers, supervisors, and cross-functional teams.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written instructions, production procedures, and quality standards.
- Willingness to perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support departmental and operational objectives.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or production environment preferred.
- Forklift certification or experience operating forklifts and other material handling equipment preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the startup, operation, and shutdown of production equipment.
- Support the preparation, processing, and packaging of food products on the production line.
- Monitor product quality and remove damaged or defective products from the line.
- Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and HACCP guidelines.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment in accordance with food safety standards.
- Accurately handle materials and products during the production and packaging process.
- Report equipment issues, product concerns, or safety hazards to supervisors promptly.
- Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily production goals and schedules.
- Assist with line changeovers, cleaning, and other production support tasks as needed.
- Support other production lines as required based on operational needs.
- Preparing and blending of raw materials
- Operating mixers and extruders
- Moving, loading and unloading materials by manual lifting and by using pallet jacks and forklifts
- Cutting/trimming
- Packaging finished product for shipment
- Maintaining an accurate log/record
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
