Production Operator - Litchfield, MN

Archer Daniels Midland•Litchfield, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator prepares raw dry materials for the spray-drying process in accordance with applicable standard operating procedures (SOPs) and good manufacturing practices (GMPs). The role supports packaging, de-packing, cleaning, and sanitation activities and helps protect the safety, quality, integrity, and security of raw materials, packaging components, finished products, and equipment. The position works regular night shifts from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. on a seven-days-on, seven-days-off schedule, with flexibility to meet company needs and availability for overtime, including weekends and holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work the night shift, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., on a seven-days-on, seven-days-off schedule.
Flexibility to meet company needs and ability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays.
Appreciation for cleanliness and sanitation, with the ability to keep the work area clean and organized.
Knowledge of and ability to follow and enforce GMPs.
Understanding of HACCP and its importance.
Ability to maintain and enforce SQF guidelines.
Ability to follow applicable OSHA requirements and safe work practices.
Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment and follow equipment training or certification requirements.
Successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

Monitor and maintain packaging, de-packing, cleaning-in-place (CIP), and cleaning-out-of-place (COP) of equipment.
Complete work order request forms when wet-process equipment needs repair.
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized work environment.
Accurately stage dry raw ingredients.
Prepare products for spray drying by following batch-record directions or instructions from the Team Coach, and follow applicable SOPs and GMPs.
Perform major and minor cleaning of the dryer, wet side, and packaging equipment.
Record cleaning and sanitizing activities and chemical concentrations on the appropriate documentation.
Monitor and maintain chemical concentrations during cleaning as required.
Perform duties without compromising the safety, quality, integrity, or security of raw materials, packaging components, finished products, or equipment.
Alert the Team Coach or Team Lead to incidents that may affect safety, quality, integrity, or security, and act within the scope of the role to resolve their impact immediately.
Report suspicious activity or unusual observations to Management.
Follow SOPs, cGMPs, HACCP, food safety, food defense, allergen, food safety culture, and company policies.
Maintain and enforce applicable GMP and Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines.
Maintain personal hygiene and wear appropriate apparel and job-specific personal protective equipment.
Follow applicable OSHA regulations and safe lifting and movement practices; remain aware of forklift traffic and trip hazards.
Operate equipment only when properly trained or certified.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager.

Benefits

Medical and prescription coverage, dental insurance, vision insurance, and access to an on-site wellness center or gym reimbursement, as applicable.
Flexible spending accounts and a health savings account.
401(k) with matching contributions and a cash balance plan.
Discounted employee stock purchasing program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Workers’ compensation, legal assistance, and identity theft protection.
Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups, and Colleague Giving Programs.
Paid time off, including paid holidays.
Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Company-sponsored training and development resources, including LinkedIn Learning, language training, and mentoring programs.