Resource Operator

Church & Dwight Co., Inc.•Mason City, IA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible to oversee the operation and control of the production process. This includes all daily operation from the receiving of raw materials to the load out of finished goods. This position will require operation of all packaging equipment, warehousing operations, and dryer operation responsibilities. All Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operation Procedures will be followed. Come join our Mason City, IA facility where we manufacture and distribute our Animal Nutrition Products!

Requirements

Minimum of a High School Diploma / GED is required
Able to operation industrial feed production equipment
Good oral and written communication skills
Good basic computer literacy and accuracy
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Attentive to organization, detail, and accuracy
Attentive to organization, detail, proper documentation requirements, and accuracy.
Ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
Ability to execute all daily requirements adhering to a production schedule.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and be a self-starter.
On-the-job training for equipment operation, packaging, and safety protocols
OSHA safety training, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Hazard Communication (HazCom)
GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) training
Forklift operation training
Feed safety compliance training
Work is performed in a manufacturing facility with exposure to dust, noise, varying temperatures, and raw material odors
Requires standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs. regularly
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and hearing protection as required
Work may involve exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMFs), which could pose a risk to individuals with pacemakers or other medical implants
Lifting bags of feed up to 55lb
Moving pallets into place for tote fill
Manually dumping bags weighing up to 55lbs when the robot isn't working
Placing bags and cardboard sheets into hoppers
Driving a forklift to retrieve and move pallets
Walking around the facility throughout the shift
Bending
Twisting / Turning
Reach Above Shoulder
Reach Outward
Walking 1-8 hours
Use of foot pedals (Fork truck)
Every employee is expected to be able to assist and lift up to 50lbs

Nice To Haves

Additional Education Preferred
Associate degree or technical certification in Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Animal Science, or a related field is preferred
Previous experience in a manufacturing, feed production, or industrial setting is beneficial
Experience with fermentation, mixing, or bulk material handling is a plus
Forklift certification or experience operating warehouse equipment is preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all production activities during the assigned shift, ensuring operational efficiency, adherence to safety protocols, and coordination among team members
Act as the primary point of contact and assume supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the Operations Supervisor, ensuring smooth workflow and decision-making
Monitors operations and maintains parameters of production line, mixing and fermentation as assigned with minimal assistance
Performs all other duties related to production including packaging, mixing of formulas, bulk truck loading, and inventory management with minimal assistance
Receives raw materials
Assists in performing maintenance activities as assigned
Assists in performing lab analysis as assigned on raw and finished goods
Understands and adheres to all processes related to feed safety requirements and demonstrates a commitment to feed safety by ensuring compliance to regulatory requirements
Oversee the complete start-up and shutdown of the manufacturing process
Effectively operation, monitor, and maintain manufacturing process with SOP’s
Performs all packaging within SOP’s
Performs loading of all finished product within SOP’s
Performs all receiving of raw materials within SOP’s
Provide accurate documentation of all log sheets and production records
Ensure all required sampling is performed
Oversee all duties related to shipping and receiving of raw materials and finished product
Keeps work area clean, neat, and free from safety hazards
Follows all facility safety rules, policies, and procedures including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Follow all facility rules to maintain quality and integrity of both raw materials and finished products
Maintains proper operation of Control Points and Critical Control Points per the plant HACCP Plan and performs housekeeping as assigned
Performs Operator Driven Maintenance and Sanitation assignments, minor maintenance activities, and assists in major maintenance activities
Prepares and sets up the dryer, including: Adjusting the nip gap for optimal processing, Opening and regulating steam valves (D1 & D2) for proper heat control, Setting the liquid feed setpoint and adjusting drum speed for optimal drying performance
Monitors and manages alarm systems to maintain safe operations
Maintains a positive attitude and is a motivated reliable employee
All other duties as assigned