Utility Operator, 2nd shift

Alltech•Springfield, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Operator operates equipment within established guidelines for efficiency, safety, product quality, food safety, and customer service. Equipment includes batching, pelleting, packing, and other plant-specific equipment. The operator must understand batching, pelleting, and packing procedures and document processes as required by Quality and Food Safety procedures. This is a second-shift position working eight-hour shifts Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The base wage is $22.00 per hour, with a $2.00-per-hour second-shift differential. The operator follows facility safety, health, environmental, quality, and Good Manufacturing Practice standards; maintains housekeeping requirements; communicates production issues; and may mentor and train new colleagues once qualified. The role requires working overtime as specified by management and attending training as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to routinely lift up to 50 pounds throughout the shift.
Ability to perform job functions while exposed to varying weather and environmental conditions.
Ability to perform extended physical tasks including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling, and twisting over surfaces.
Ability to climb catwalks, stairs, and ladders to check feed and ingredient bins.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to comprehend, read, write, and speak English.
Ability to remain physically active and mobile throughout the shift.
Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, and wet conditions.
Ability to work with allergens that may be present in a manufacturing environment.
Self-motivation and a solid work ethic.
Good attitude and ability to work well in a team atmosphere.
Excellent attendance.
Ability to obtain or maintain forklift certification.

Responsibilities

Operate multiple facility processes with minimal supervision, rotating between areas as needed and collaborating with management and team members to meet quality, food safety, and customer service standards.
Ensure equipment is properly maintained and production processes are optimized to maximize output.
Provide backup for other plant positions during absences, vacations, or heavy workloads.
Obtain and maintain forklift certification.
Attend safety meetings, participate in discussions, and help identify safety improvements.
Attend and actively participate in staff meetings on Quality and Food Safety, Lean manufacturing, customer service, training, and other topics.
Complete housekeeping in the work area and assigned plant areas according to AQS-FD policies and QFS SOPs.
Notify the Plant Manager, Superintendent, or Supervisor of products or processes that do not meet company standards.
Follow facility safety, health, environmental, quality, and Good Manufacturing Practice standards.
Document production processes as required by Quality and Food Safety procedures.
Communicate production issues with Operations colleagues.
Once qualified, mentor and train new colleagues.
Work overtime as specified by management and attend training classes as assigned.
Handle other duties as required by management.