Production Operator 1
About The Position
The Production Operator I is responsible for accurately pre-weighing and preparing batches in accordance with shop floor instructions, ensuring timely and precise backflushing of materials to maintain inventory accuracy. This role involves operating electric and gas-powered forklifts, handling heavy materials, and adhering to strict safety and sanitation standards. The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, SAP, Excel, and inventory control practices. The position requires the ability to work independently, especially during off-shifts, and to participate in cross-training programs. Use of a full-face respirator may be required when handling specific materials. -Pre-weigh batches according to shop floor paper instructions. -Upon completion of batches, ensure timely backflushing of materials to maintain inventory accuracy. -Operate electric and/or gas sit down and electric reach trucks as required. -Must have good working knowledge of GMP’s, HACCP, SAP, Excel, inventory control and maintain highest levels of sanitation in and around their work area. -Push/pull 400 pound drums and lift 50 pound bags as required. -Capable of wearing full-face respirator when required for handling of specific materials. -Compare information on shop floor papers to ensure proper amount of materials for each process order. -Must participate in Cross-Training Program. -Must be able to work unsupervised and handle unexpected situations, especially when working on the off-shift. -Second or Third shift. Monday to Friday.
Requirements
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, effectively working with other members of the department.
- Must be able to work on weekends when needed to complete customer orders that are scheduled.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs without difficulty.
- Ability to weigh ingredients accurately utilizing tools such as floor scale and flow meter.
- Ability to learn quickly and highlight process improvements.
- Capable of wearing full-face respirator when required for handling of specific materials.
- High School diploma or GED required
- Candidate should be computer literate, with the ability to navigate between different windows and transactions.
Nice To Haves
- Previous manufacturing experience is preferred.
- S.A.P. knowledge and experience is preferred.
- Forklift trained is preferred.
- Must have good working knowledge of GMP’s, HACCP, SAP, Excel, inventory control
Responsibilities
- Pre-weigh batches according to shop floor paper instructions.
- Upon completion of batches, ensure timely backflushing of materials to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Operate electric and/or gas sit down and electric reach trucks as required.
- Maintain highest levels of sanitation in and around work area.
- Push/pull 400 pound drums and lift 50 pound bags as required.
- Compare information on shop floor papers to ensure proper amount of materials for each process order.
- Participate in Cross-Training Program.
- Work unsupervised and handle unexpected situations, especially when working on the off-shift.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
