Production Operator I - Weekend D Shift 6am-630pm Fri-Sun (391))

Now Foods•Bloomingdale, IL

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator I performs basic operations and changeovers on production lines and equipment, meeting safety, quality, and efficiency goals. The operator sets up, runs, adjusts, cleans, and sanitizes packaging and processing equipment, conducts quality checks, troubleshoots issues, performs minor maintenance, completes production documentation, and supports general utility and inventory movement tasks. The role may also train employees on basic manufacturing processes and participate in safety and continuous-improvement activities. The position works in Packaging and Processing at both the 391 and 395 Bloomingdale manufacturing facilities. Operators must be certified in one to three Packaging and/or Processing areas and be able to operate equipment according to established standards. The listed schedule is a 12-hour Friday–Sunday shift, 6:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m.; the first week of training for production new hires is on first shift, Monday–Friday.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and six months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certification as a Machine Operator in one to three Packaging and/or Processing areas, in any combination.
Ability to work in Packaging and Processing at both the 391 and 395 Bloomingdale manufacturing facilities.
Ability to operate equipment to standards, set up and adjust machines, conduct quality checks, perform minor maintenance, complete paperwork, and perform sanitation and changeovers.
Knowledge of machine capabilities and manufacturing processes, with the ability to troubleshoot and adjust machines.
Ability to consistently meet quality, safety, and efficiency goals.
Good problem-solving and time-management skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, maintain urgency, and adapt to changing tasks and work centers.
Strong teamwork and communication skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated high-quality work.
Ability to train employees on basic manufacturing processes, including machine setup and operation, paperwork, GMPs, and safety.
Ability to follow company policies and procedures, including safety requirements, and to support company core values.
Ability to safely operate powered industrial trucks and equipment and maintain necessary certifications.
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively verbally and in writing, read and understand instructions and procedure manuals, and complete required written and electronic reports truthfully and legibly.
Basic arithmetic skills, including working with weights and measures, digital and balancing scales, rates, ratios, and percentages.
Basic understanding of mechanical principles and ability to troubleshoot and adjust machines.
Basic computer and data-entry skills; examples of systems and tools listed include Excel, Word, PCDA, and Oracle.
Ability to obtain certification to operate powered pallet jacks and Interthor stackers; ability to operate hand-operated electronic lifting equipment (Interthor).
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, to support business needs.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing and walking; using hands; reaching; crouching or half-kneeling; ascending and descending stairs and ladders; lifting up to 50 pounds; carrying up to 35 pounds on stairs; pushing and pulling pallet jacks; grasping with 60 pounds of force; and reaching up to 78 inches.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience operating blending, processing, and/or packaging machines or equipment.
Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food or pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Perform basic production-line and equipment operations and changeovers within required timelines while meeting safety, quality, and efficiency goals.
Follow work instructions, standards, and SOPs for equipment setup and changeover; identify and resolve setup and changeover issues.
Prepare and clean work areas at the beginning and end of shifts or production runs, and clean or sanitize food-contact surfaces between product changes.
Ensure materials and supplies are available, using lift trucks, hand jacks, and other equipment after obtaining required certifications.
Operate, troubleshoot, and adjust equipment according to established work standards; clean and assemble equipment according to SOPs.
Conduct regular quality checks and inspect ingredients, filled containers, and finished products against specifications.
Perform pre-flight checklists and reduce downtime by completing tasks promptly, safely, and efficiently.
Train employees on basic departmental manufacturing processes, including machine setup and operation, paperwork, GMPs, and safety, as needed.
Diagnose and perform minor machine maintenance and coordinate with Maintenance when a mechanical issue needs escalation.
Submit daily reports and complete production tickets, mix tickets, logbooks, sanitation paperwork, and computer tracking entries accurately and legibly.
Identify and recommend improvements to efficiency, quality, and safety; participate in root-cause analysis and continuous-improvement initiatives.
Attend and participate in pre-shift huddles and comply with safety requirements, GMPs, SOPs, work instructions, and pre-shift stretching.
In Packaging, assist coworkers with machine setup and cleaning, and stack, mark, pack, and transport finished product.
In Processing, examine products for identity and impurities; weigh and mix ingredients according to batch instructions; operate applicable processing equipment; and notify a supervisor, lead, or R&D of concerns with instructions.
Keep Quality Control and R&D informed about raw-material quantities and recommend product improvements.
Track inventory and help order and deliver materials where needed; inspect materials for damage and escalate concerns to a supervisor and Quality Control.
Track and verify orders and moved product, use handheld scanners to move inventory virtually, store products in designated locations, and transport materials and goods between departments.
Determine appropriate storage methods and locations with consideration for product identification, temperature, humidity, height and weight limits, turnover, floor loading, and available space.
Support safe production practices, report incidents and hazards promptly, use required PPE, and participate in safety activities.
Safely operate powered industrial trucks and other equipment and maintain required certifications.