Production Operator-1st Shift | 5:15 am - 5:15 pm | Wed.-Sat. (rotating Thurs.) | $21.20 | Caldwell, ID

C.H. Guenther•Boise, ID

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator supports food manufacturing by operating production equipment, monitoring processes, and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in the production area. The role follows established quality, safety, and food-safety standards to help produce food products efficiently. The operator uses equipment such as mixers, ovens, filling machines, and packaging equipment; conducts quality checks on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods; follows SOPs and GMPs; and reports quality or safety issues. The role also includes following production schedules, maintaining accurate production and inventory records in Redzone, assisting with material handling and stock replenishment, and coordinating with production team members during shift handovers. Work is performed in a food production environment with exposure to noise, dust, odors, vibration, seasonal temperature and humidity conditions, and equipment and other workplace hazards. The position requires standing and walking, as well as lifting and carrying packages up to 50 pounds and performing other physical activities. The scheduled shift is 5:15 a.m. to 5:15 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday, with a rotating Thursday; overtime and non-standard hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, may be needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Familiarity with food-safety regulations, including FSA and USDA requirements, and quality-assurance practices such as GMPs.
Ability to operate production equipment and machinery safely and effectively.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions and procedures accurately.
Good communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Physical stamina and ability to lift and move heavy objects as required, including packages up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility to work overtime and non-standard hours as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Vocational training or certification in food production or manufacturing.
Previous experience in food manufacturing or a similar production environment.

Responsibilities

Operate and set up production machinery and equipment, including mixers, ovens, filling machines, and packaging equipment.
Monitor equipment and production flow, troubleshoot issues, and report concerns affecting production.
Conduct quality checks on raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods; report deviations from quality standards.
Follow SOPs, GMPs, food-safety requirements, and safety protocols, including proper PPE use.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of production areas, equipment, work surfaces, and storage areas; dispose of waste according to company policies and requirements.
Follow production schedules and plans to meet production targets and deadlines, and identify potential efficiency improvements.
Maintain production logs, batch records, and inventory records in Redzone; assist with inventory management, replenishment, and material handling.
Collaborate and communicate with production team members, supervisors, technicians, and quality-control personnel, including during shift handovers.
Participate in safety training and report hazards or incidents to the supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.