Production Operator - Swing or Graveyard Shift

Darigold Careers • Portland, OR

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Darigold is seeking an experienced and motivated Production Operator for its Portland, Oregon plant. This full-time hourly union role supports plant operations in a fast-paced, 24/7 production environment. The operator is expected to work any shift, including weekends and holidays, and to contribute to team goals while also working independently without direct supervision.

The Production Operator safely and efficiently operates an assigned machine, maintains an organized work area, performs ongoing cleaning in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices, and meets efficiency standards for the operating area. The position follows food safety and quality requirements, standard operating procedures, and facility training, and reports concerns that could affect food safety or quality to the immediate supervisor, Plant Quality Manager, or Plant Manager.

The role requires attention to detail, commitment to quality, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks. Operators must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds. Manufacturing experience is sought, with food-processing experience preferred; mechanical skills are a plus.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work.
• Ability to complete multiple repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently when required.
• Availability to work any shift in a 24/7 environment, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Food-processing experience is preferred.
• Mechanical skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate an assigned machine.
• Maintain an organized work area and perform ongoing cleaning tasks in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Maintain efficiency standards set for the operating area.
• Follow food safety and quality requirements, position Standard Operating Procedures, and facility training.
• Report concerns that may impact food safety or quality to the immediate supervisor, Plant Quality Manager, or Plant Manager.
• Work collaboratively toward team goals while also working independently when required.

Benefits

• Health and wellness benefits, as specified by the contract for the location.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Pension contribution.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Premium pay for off shifts (night and swing) and vacation relief, where applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed