Production Operator Fresh-2nd Shift

Champion Petfoods • Auburn, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Fresh Mixing Production Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating equipment in the Fresh Mixing department at a state-of-the-art pet food production facility in Auburn, Kentucky. The position reports to the Production Supervisor and supports production of blended fresh material for the extrusion line while following company requirements for health and safety, food safety, and environmental practices.

The role involves handling and inventorying fresh ingredients, following formula sheets and batching procedures, unloading trucks, operating heavy machinery and lift trucks, and maintaining an orderly work area. The operator also communicates with production staff, participates in annual physical inventory, and performs other assigned duties. The position works inside a clean, modern pet food manufacturing facility with new equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, equivalent military experience, or a college degree is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Equivalent military experience or a college degree is preferred as an alternative qualification to manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow company policies, practices, and procedures related to health and safety, food safety, and the environment.
• Maintain a neat and organized work area according to company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Identify food-safety concerns and take appropriate action to resolve them.
• Unload trucks to accommodate production, customer, and carrier requirements.
• Follow formula sheets when handling fresh ingredients.
• Follow batching processes to maintain a consistent flow of blended fresh material to the extrusion line.
• Assist with daily inventory of bulk and liquid ingredients, including recording bin checks, regular bulk inventory, and part-bag counts.
• Safely and efficiently operate heavy machinery, including tote massagers, grinding equipment for fresh meats and ingredients, and automated or manual packaging equipment.
• Dump totes through receiving drag and tote stations and replace totes in tote stations as needed.
• Operate sit-down and stand-up lift trucks as required.
• Develop and maintain professional working relationships and communicate with relevant production department staff.
• Participate in annual physical inventory as determined by the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Overtime is available.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available on Day 1.
• Company 401(k) match contributions.
• Free bag of premium pet food each month.
• Shift premiums.
• The total compensation package may include paid time off benefits, subject to eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED