Production Operator – 3rd Shift –9:30PM-6:00AM

C.H. Guenther•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Production Operator supports food manufacturing by operating production equipment and ensuring that food products are made efficiently, safely, and in accordance with quality and safety standards. The role includes setting up and monitoring machinery, checking product quality, following standard operating procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices, and maintaining a clean and sanitary production area. Operators also follow production schedules, maintain records in the Redzone production reporting system, assist with inventory tasks, and coordinate with production, supervisory, technical, and quality-control team members. The position may require overtime and non-standard hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Work involves frequent exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, odors, poor lighting, noise, vibration, and seasonal weather conditions such as extreme temperatures, wetness, and humidity. The work environment also includes potential physical risks from mechanical equipment, forklifts, chemicals, electricity, fire, explosives, and communicable diseases. Physical activities include standing, walking around the office, warehouse, and plant, lifting and carrying packages up to 50 pounds, fine dexterity, reaching, kneeling, crawling, and twisting.

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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Operate production machinery and equipment, including mixers, ovens, filling machines, and packaging equipment.
Set up machinery according to production specifications, ensure proper functioning, monitor equipment operation, and troubleshoot issues.
Conduct quality checks on raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods; report deviations to a supervisor or the quality-control team.
Follow standard operating procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices for product assembly, packaging, and labeling.
Follow safety protocols, use appropriate personal protective equipment, participate in safety training, and report hazards or incidents.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of production areas, equipment, work surfaces, and storage areas; follow equipment cleaning procedures and 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 production logs, batch records, and inventory records in the Redzone production reporting system.
Assist with inventory management, including stock replenishment and material handling.
Collaborate and communicate with production team members, supervisors, technicians, and quality-control personnel, including coordinating task handovers between shifts.
Work overtime and non-standard hours as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the Company’s Core Values.