Utility Operator (1st Shift)

Ardent MillsChattanooga, TN
$19 - $21Onsite

About The Position

Ardent Mills is the leading flour milling and ingredients company in North America. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team and contribute to the production of nutritious products distributed across North America. At Ardent Mills, we value our people and our work, fostering a diverse team that prioritizes our values of Trust, Serving, Simplicity, and Safety. This is a Full-Time Production Associate (Utility Operator) position.

Requirements

  • Customer-focused mindset and exceptional problem-solving skills.
  • Reliable, hardworking, and possess a "can-do" attitude.
  • Embrace learning new skills and supporting team members in achieving production goals.
  • Adaptable and willing to work in various areas of our plant rotating through positions and shifts.
  • Place a strong emphasis on safety and take pride in their work.
  • Must be able to ascend and descend stairs, multiple times per day.
  • Climb ladder, step and extension.
  • Able to lift to 50 pounds and exert 20 pounds of force.
  • Frequently stand, walk, rotate, bend/stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, balance and reach at shoulder level and below shoulder level.
  • Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50 lbs., kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including a dust mask.
  • Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above).
  • Team members must be clean shaven in order to perform tasks where respiratory protection is required and the use of a respirator (including N-95 dust mask) requires a proper seal for adequate protection.

Responsibilities

  • Maintaining and operating various utility systems and equipment.
  • Performing sanitation duties to maintain food safety requirements essential for production processes.
  • Ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning and food safety compliance to support overall plant operations.

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly rates
  • Annual performance bonus
  • On-the-job training to enhance your skills
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
  • Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
  • Retirement savings with annual contribution and company match
  • Mental/emotional wellness programs (Employee Assistance Programs)
  • Recognition and perk rewards
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
  • Health and Dependent Savings Accounts
  • Life and Disability Programs
  • Voluntary Benefit Programs
  • Company Sponsored Wellness Programs
  • Retirement Savings with Company Match
  • Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE)
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