WEEKEND 2nd PRODUCTION OPERATOR

Algood Food Company•Louisville, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This Weekend 2nd shift Production Operator position is a Regular Full-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly) role with a pay rate of $24.51 per hour plus shift differential. The operator will support Algood’s core values by incorporating them into daily thoughts and actions. The primary function involves monitoring, operating, and adjusting production equipment to maintain production goals. The role requires working in an internal environment and adherence to all health and safety requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED
Previous related experience required
At minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in Food Manufacturing
Ability to speak, read, and write in the English language.
Ability to analyze and interpret common instructions and schedules
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure.
Ability to maintain considerable concentration with frequent time pressures and interruptions
Ability to maintain visual attention for extended periods of time
Ability to occasionally lift or carry minimal weights up to 50 pounds
Ability to occasionally reach, squat, kneel, climb, push, or pull.
Ability to manipulate necessary office equipment including computer software, hardware, and equipment
Must comply with all health and safety requirements
HACCP and SQF training required

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience preferred
Working knowledge of various packaging equipment on the retail production lines
High level of initiative
Ability to be flexible regarding work hours (OT)
Good attendance
Team player
Ability to interface with PLCs to control/operate equipment effectively
Ability to locate and stage materials as needed
Ability to perform sanitation tasks on equipment
Apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions or procedures furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.
Ability to deal with problems that arise on a day to day basis

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and adjust machinery on the production line and be able to quickly identify any malfunctions of machine or outputs
Stop machines and report any malfunctions immediately
Assisting in rework during idle production times
Responsible for completing all necessary documentation in a timely manner
Staging and loading packaging for the products that will be produced on the line
Ensure continuous cleaning required throughout the shift
Inspect all materials, ingredients, and inventory to ensure food safety procedures are followed
Ensure an open line of communication to management/supervisors.
Coordinate breaks/lunches with other Operators and Supervisor
Other duties as assigned by management