Production Operator-3rd shift-(7pm-7am)-$22.91 per hour

C.H. Guenther•Carolina, SC

About The Position

The Production Operator supports food manufacturing by operating production equipment, monitoring processes, and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in accordance with quality and safety standards. The role includes setting up and monitoring machinery; checking raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods; following SOPs and GMPs; maintaining production and inventory records in Redzone; and collaborating with production, supervisory, technical, and quality control staff. The position requires following production plans and safety procedures, reporting quality or safety concerns, and helping maintain efficient production. The listed shift is 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., at $22.91 per hour. The role may require overtime and non-standard hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

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.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to stand, walk, lift and carry packages up to 50 pounds, use fine dexterity, and reach, kneel, crawl, and twist on a daily basis.
Successful completion of the pre-employment screening process, including a drug screen and review of criminal background and other records as required.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Operate, set up, monitor, and troubleshoot production machinery and equipment, including mixers, ovens, filling machines, and packaging equipment.
Conduct quality checks on raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods, and report deviations from quality standards.
Follow SOPs, GMPs, food safety practices, and product assembly, packaging, and labeling procedures.
Follow safety protocols, use appropriate personal protective equipment, attend safety training, and promptly report hazards or incidents.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of production areas, equipment, work surfaces, and storage areas; dispose of waste according to company policies and regulations.
Follow production schedules and plans, monitor output, identify potential efficiency improvements, and communicate production issues to the supervisor.
Maintain accurate production logs, batch records, and inventory records in Redzone.
Assist with inventory management, stock replenishment, and material handling.
Collaborate and communicate with production team members, supervisors, technicians, and quality control personnel, including coordinating shift handovers.
Work overtime and non-standard hours as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Perform other duties as assigned and demonstrate the company’s core values.