Production Operator- Third Shift

The Krusteaz Company•Effingham, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Krusteaz Company is seeking a Third Shift Production Operator for their Effingham team. This role is responsible for supporting all areas of production, including packaging dry food products according to customer and company specifications. Duties involve packaging, trucking, stacking, counting, wrapping, weighing, cleaning, and operating machinery on a rotating basis. The position also includes tasks such as data entry, recordkeeping, lifting up to 60 pounds, using a forklift, and filling/emptying semi-trailers. Production Operators will receive cross-training in sanitation procedures. Employees are expected to conduct their work safely and legally, adhering to GMP food safety standards and all safety protocols, and are responsible for their own safety and the safety of others.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be able to lift up to and including 60 lbs.
Must be able to pass basic reading/arithmetic test, physical agility test, background check, chemical screening and reference check prior to employment.
Interact with and comfortably utilize computerized information systems.
Must be able to use data management and problem-solving methods in the decision making process.
Must have a good working knowledge of Process Quality, Compliance Quality, Food Safety Programs and HSE.
Process information systematically to identify and eliminate problem causes.
Demonstrated ability to learn new skills and processes.
Communicate clearly using a variety of media.
Must have proven experience in oral and written communication.
Work in a safe manner following plant safety requirements.
Safeguard product quality and follows GMP, housekeeping, and food safety guidelines.
Manage time efficiently and effectively, self-motivated.
Manage multiple tasks and priorities.
Develop good working relationships with fellow team members.
Ability to work independently and to ensure specific assignments are completed within established time frames.
Ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds regularly.
Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, often for the entire duration of the shift.
Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching to clean various equipment and facility areas.
Must have good manual dexterity to handle and operate cleaning equipment and tools.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders as needed to reach high areas and equipment.
Must be able to push and pull heavy cleaning equipment and carts.

Nice To Haves

Previous food processing experience is preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and other MS systems.
Must be flexible to work any shift when required, and work overtime when necessary.

Responsibilities

Implement applicable data collection methods to assure Process Quality results are as accurate and meaningful as possible.
Report all necessary production information and data related to inventory, KPI’s, SPC, Run Strategy and any other necessary information when required.
Ensure that all work completed in the processing area, meets all requirements of Process and Compliance Quality, Food Safety Programs and HSE.
Take preventive action where needed to protect any product in the facility from contamination.
Manage all bag dump/processing functions as it relates to producing a finished product.
Ensure quality checks on ingredients used in the processing of the finished product.
Provide training to employees as changes or new methods arise.
Participate actively in the preventive maintenance system.
Perform other necessary tasks as directed by management.
Operates packaging equipment (baggers, metal detector, check weigher, etc.) and process control systems.
Performs regularly scheduled sanitation tasks.
Assist with rail car / bulk unloading tasks.
Coordinate with previous shift to ensure continuity.