Utility Operator, 2nd shift

Hubbard•Springfield, MO

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, and packing equipment, as well as other equipment unique to the plant. 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 with eight-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, from 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 position requires following facility Safety, Health, Environmental, Quality, Good Manufacturing Practices, housekeeping, and sanitation standards. The operator works with Operations colleagues to communicate production issues and, once qualified, mentors and trains new colleagues. Overtime may be required as specified by management, and attendance at assigned in-plant or off-site training is required.

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 varied weather and environmental conditions.
Ability to perform physical tasks for extended periods, 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 addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to comprehend, read, write, and speak English.
Physical activity and mobility throughout the shift.
Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, and wet conditions, and around allergens present in a manufacturing environment.
Self-motivation and a solid work ethic.
Good attitude and ability to work well in a team atmosphere.
Forklift certification is required.

Responsibilities

Operate multiple facility processes with minimal supervision, rotating between areas as needed, and collaborate with management and team members to meet quality, food safety, and customer service standards.
Operate batching, pelleting, packing, and other plant equipment according to established procedures.
Document production processes as required by Quality and Food Safety procedures.
Ensure equipment is properly maintained and production processes are optimized to maximize output.
Provide backup for other plant positions to cover absences, vacations, or heavy workloads.
Maintain a forklift certification.
Follow all Safety, Health, Environmental, Quality, and Good Manufacturing Practice standards.
Keep assigned work areas and other designated plant areas clean, completing housekeeping duties according to the master sanitation schedule, AQS-FD policies, and QFS SOPs.
Communicate production issues effectively with Operations colleagues.
Mentor and train new colleagues once qualified.
Attend and participate in safety meetings, identifying opportunities to improve safety.
Attend and participate in staff meetings on Quality and Food Safety, Lean manufacturing, customer service, annual training, and other topics.
Notify the Plant Manager, Superintendent, or Supervisor about products or processes that do not meet company standards.
Complete assigned training at the plant or other locations.
Work overtime as specified by management and perform other duties as required.
Maintain excellent attendance.