Production Operator

The Wright Group • Crowley, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Production Operators are responsible for mixing raw materials to create finished products according to batch tickets. Production Operators operate within Blends, Spray Dry, Super Coat or Rice. Key Responsibilities: Follow SOP s, GMPs, Food Safety, Human Safety, and company policies Maintain a disciplined and methodical approach to each blend being accountable for the results of the produced lot Perform housekeeping in assigned area and in other areas of the plant Maintain a teamwork attitude to assist others, or work in areas that you may not be primarily assigned to. Duties and Day-to-Day Responsibilities, but not limited to the following: Sets up and start mixing tank(s) and blender(s). Obtains and understands all documentation for making batches. Ensures correct ingredients are used for each batch. Pouring powders into mixer(s) in predetermined quantities up to and including 55 pounds. Operates equipment (mixers, scales, meters, pumps, forklifts, etc.) safely. Follows lab instructions regarding batch approval, adjustments, and any additional requirements. Perform basic quality control checks including measuring, weighing, sealing, package counts and evaluating product or package appearance. Communicates with material handlers and packers when materials are needed, and batches are ready to pack. Completes all paperwork and batch documentation in a timely manner. Observes safety requirements set forth by the company. Operates a forklift, manual pallet jack or other equipment to move empty pallets, bags, and other supplies. May be utilized to package products. Performs other duties as required and directed. Managing daily work flow Scheduling Batching Daily inventory finished goods Daily inventory customer materials Train on GP software – printing tickets Label Control Packing /Wrapping Rice per shift Train as needed Shipping & Receiving Maintain Master Sanitation Log

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2+ years’ experience working in industrial production is strongly preferred
• Capable of reading and comprehending documents, scales, and safety manuals in English
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Must have mathematical skills to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
• Able to perform these operations using weight and volume measurements
• Must keep a clean-shaven face for proper respirator wear
• Basic math, reading and writing skills
• Basic computer skills
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to comply with all safety guidelines at all times
• Physically capable of manual labor that includes lifting, bending, climbing, and reaching
• Able to lift 55 lbs on a regular basis
• Able to work 8-hour shifts standing
• Reliable and punctual
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends when needed
• Pass a background check
• Pass a drug screen and physical

Nice To Haves

• Forklift trained preferred. Can be provided by the company.
• Will consider accepting safety training from previous work, if not safety training will be provided by the company before the employee is allowed to work.

Responsibilities

• Mixing raw materials to create finished products according to batch tickets
• Operating within Blends, Spray Dry, Super Coat or Rice
• Following SOP s, GMPs, Food Safety, Human Safety, and company policies
• Maintaining a disciplined and methodical approach to each blend being accountable for the results of the produced lot
• Performing housekeeping in assigned area and in other areas of the plant
• Maintaining a teamwork attitude to assist others, or work in areas that you may not be primarily assigned to
• Setting up and start mixing tank(s) and blender(s)
• Obtaining and understands all documentation for making batches
• Ensuring correct ingredients are used for each batch
• Pouring powders into mixer(s) in predetermined quantities up to and including 55 pounds
• Operating equipment (mixers, scales, meters, pumps, forklifts, etc.) safely
• Following lab instructions regarding batch approval, adjustments, and any additional requirements
• Performing basic quality control checks including measuring, weighing, sealing, package counts and evaluating product or package appearance
• Communicating with material handlers and packers when materials are needed, and batches are ready to pack
• Completing all paperwork and batch documentation in a timely manner
• Observing safety requirements set forth by the company
• Operating a forklift, manual pallet jack or other equipment to move empty pallets, bags, and other supplies
• Packaging products
• Managing daily work flow
• Scheduling Batching
• Daily inventory finished goods
• Daily inventory customer materials
• Training on GP software – printing tickets
• Label Control
• Packing /Wrapping Rice per shift
• Shipping & Receiving
• Maintaining Master Sanitation Log

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED