Production Machine Operator II - Night Shift

Dawn Foods • Louisville, KY

16h

About The Position

Dawn Foods is hiring a Production Machine Operator II to work with raw materials, complete mix formulas, mix ingredients into batches, and package or palletize materials for shipping. The operator will learn and rotate between multiple positions to develop cross-functional skills and support operational needs across the department. The role is based in a clean, climate-controlled work environment and offers professional training and opportunities for career advancement. The schedule is Thursday through Saturday, 5:42 p.m. to 6:12 a.m. Overtime is scheduled in accordance with the UFCW contract.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively with fellow team members.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
• Ability to use common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
• Ability to solve problems in variable situations.
• Ability to work well with others or independently.
• Must be able to become forklift certified.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move 25 pounds.
• Meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, grasping and using tools or controls, reaching, talking, and hearing; frequently climbing or balancing and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and occasionally using sensory perception for product quality measurement.
• Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift certification is helpful.
• Computer skills are helpful.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure products meet product specifications, food-safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Learn and rotate between multiple positions to build cross-functional knowledge, operational flexibility, and understanding of department processes.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in accordance with GMP, AIB, IFS, and HACCP requirements.
• Operate computer systems accurately as required by production processes.
• Operate auxiliary equipment as needed for the assigned function.
• Follow manual, training, and batch-card instructions to work safely and produce high-quality, food-safe products.
• Complete sanitation and GMP responsibilities, including pre-start checklists, scale checks, forklift checklists, label code dates, formula lot numbers, and batch verification counts.
• Communicate quality, safety, scheduling, and food-safety issues to the lead or supervisor.
• Keep the workstation clean and organized.
• Follow company GMPs, SOPs, and safety regulations.
• Assist in training new team members.
• Adhere to facility food-defense and security functions.
• Follow the function’s description of duties and perform all functions of the role.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate Dawn Values and support the Circle of Excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $21 per hour plus a $0.50 per hour shift differential.
• $1.50 pay increase every six months until the full rate of $33.16 is reached, within a maximum of two years.
• Professional training.
• UFCW benefit eligibility after 90 days.
• Career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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