Production Operator - Starting Pay at $25.78 per Hour
About The Position
Located in North America’s wind belt, Davenport is at the forefront of renewable energy technology and has remained home to our largest manufacturing facility since 1927. Originally producing cereal, the factory became a pet food-only manufacturer in the late ‘90’s and as the largest pet food manufacturing facility in the U.S., it carefully produces, packages and ships several varieties of our Dog Chow®, Puppy Chow®, Alpo®, Beneful®, Nestlé Purina ONE®, Cat Chow®, Kitten Chow®, Friskies® and Kit N Kaboodle® brands. As a production operator, you’ll develop your skill set while training in multiple production roles across the factory. Make an impact on people and pets nationwide as you work collaboratively to support smooth operations across our processes. Join our safety-first culture and help shape the future of pet care as you grow your career with an industry leader.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment as a production or machine operator
Responsibilities
- Train on various production roles including Operator Process, Operator Relief, and Operator Line to be placed into various areas of the factory as needed.
- Troubleshoot equipment, process, or product problems.
- Maintain knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts, 5S practices, and continuous improvement operations.
- Conduct general sanitation activities including being trained in emptying hoppers and baler.
- Run reports and manage data using computer-based technology.
Benefits
- Starting pay of $25.78/hour for the introductory period, with an increase to $29.56/hour after 6 months
- After one year of service, you will receive the bid rate for the job you are performing, which can start at $38.03/hour and has the potential to be higher
- Shift differential and overtime/double time pay as applicable
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (Broad Portfolio of Insurance Options, Deductibles and Copays Including Health Savings Account)
- Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance, as well as employee elected supplemental
- 401(k) with company matching
- Pension – Company funded
- Paid Vacation
- Paid maternity/paternity leave
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Employee appreciation events
- Quarterly Bonus Reward
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
