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Night Shift/12-Hours, 4:00 Pm - 4:00 Am (36 Hours One Week/48 Hours The Next Week)$21.86/hour starting pay, plus $2/hour shift premium3 weeks PTO, prorated based on hire date10 paid holidays, plus 1 paid floating holidayMedical, dental, vision available on the 1st of the month following hire date401k employer matchJob QualificationsEducation:High school diploma or GED required.Experience:One year stable work experience in the areas such as dairy, agriculture, production, or manufacturing preferred.Job DutiesPackingOperate packaging and palletizing equipment and make appropriate adjustments as neededBag and blend finished powder, weigh, sample, seal, and palletize product and move pallets which may require a forklift or pallet jackProperly label and use computerized inventory tracking system for finished product per customer and company specifications/requirementsKeep accurate logs of all quality related checks and verificationsReceiving/Raw Inventory Management/SilosPerform quality checks on raw inventory on each load whether it be trucked or piped inUnload raw inventory from trucksComplete appropriate paperwork to document findings of quality checksComplete appropriate paperwork to document inventoryLoad product tanks and silosProvide support for basic analytical testing on finished productDryers/Production EquipOperate evaporator, Triple C, fluid bed and other production equipment as requiredOperate spray dryers, monitor intake and exhaust temperatures, monitor and sample powdered product, check operation of spray nozzles, and sweep down dryersMake appropriate adjustments to the above equipment as neededOperate bag house, makes sure air is on, check on moving parts, and help with removal and replacement of bagsAssist maintenance with projects and repairing/replacing motors and pumps and other duties as requested to maintain equipmentProvide support for basic analytical testing on finished productOtherProperly store and track product (raw and/or finished), materials (consumable and packaging) and chemicals in warehouse according to the First In First Out (FIFO) inventory systemsMaintain a clean and safe work area including proper care and storage of tools/equipmentPerform CIP operations on all equipment and work with outside sanitation vendor to ensure proper cleaning of equipment/drains/etcAssist in ensuring fundamental food safety and quality practices are maintained to achieve food safety and quality objectives and to support ongoing improvements of food safety programsWork safely and communicate safety risks or concerns right awayComply with all regulatory, food safety, occupational safety and quality programs and expectationsJob RequirementsAbility to prepare and operate all machinery in plantGeneral knowledge of production/manufacturing methodsKnowledge of dryer operation and evaporation processes, but not required.Knowledge of industrial production processes in human food and animal feed processing plant is preferred, but not requiredAbility to read gauges and record data in a legible manner and in accordance with established proceduresAbility to learn handling of food grade materials in accordance with established sanitary proceduresAbility to understand and follow established work procedures, including mandated sanitary and safety guidelinesAbility to read, write and comprehend instructionsAbility to operate forklifts and pallet jacks as neededAbility to operate and maintain proper certification for forklift/pallet jackAbility to work varying work schedules, to include overtime when necessaryAbility to communicate both verbally and in writingAbility to perform basic math skillsAbility to work collaboratively and professionally with peers and leadershipAbility to troubleshoot malfunction and situations as they arise, notifying appropriate staff of problemsAbility to handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyAbility and willingness to assist in various work areas throughout the plantAbility to accurately and completely abide by company good documentation procedures for recording required data and paperwork related to HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, and SQFAbility to distinguish if food safety violations or product quality issues occur and resolve immediately or, if unable to resolve immediately, contact appropriate plant management (i.e. the Production Supervisor and/or the QC Manager)In the absence of a Production Operator, other Production Operators or Supervisors will cover the duties of the roleBasic Physical RequirementsApproximate: 12-Hour Shift (may be longer depending on business needs)Key:Occasional = 0% - 33%Frequent = 34% - 66%Continuous = 67% - 100%N/A = Not ApplicableStanding - ContinuousSitting - OccasionalWalking - FrequentBending/Kneeling/Crouching/Stooping - FrequentReaching Above Shoulder - FrequentClimbing (stairs, ladders, etc.) - FrequentConfined Spaces - OccasionalLifting Weights from 1 to 25 pounds – FrequentLifting weights from 26-50 pounds – OccasionalPush/Pull/Maneuver Equipment/Products/Materials Weighing from 1 to 100 pounds - FrequentBeing Around and/or Operating Moving Machinery/Equipment - FrequentOperating a Vehicle (as a part of your job) - OccasionalRead/Monitor Gauges on Various Equipment/Machinery - OccasionalWorking on Heights:Unprotected Heights - OccasionalProtected Heights - OccasionalHand Movements:Recording Data - OccasionalOperating Office Equipment - N/AOperating Computer - N/ASimple Grasping (right and left) - FrequentFirm Grasping (right and left) - FrequentFine Manipulating (right and left) - OccasionalFoot Movements to Operate Foot Controls - OccasionalGood Vision, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to Access Required Information and to Perform Job Duties - YesColor Definition - YesGood Hearing, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to Communicate and/or Understand Required Information and to Perform Job Duties - YesAbility to be Mobile throughout Required Work Areas - YesOffice - OccasionalMultiple Locations - OccasionalPlant - ContinuousEquipment/Maintenance or Repair Area - ContinuousRough Terrain - OccasionalMental RequirementsMust be able to handle multiple tasks and understand mechanical and equipment operations as required by job duties. Frequently use the following abilities: learning new equipment; calculating; analyzing numbers and situations; reading, speaking, and writing; comprehending complex information; problem solving; and communication skills. In addition, must be able to work independently, set priorities, and determine work assignments and work methods. Normally, will be responsible for materials, company property and work that has completed.Working Conditions and ExposuresGeneral manufacturing working conditions exist. Exposures include but are not limited to chemicals, caustic, temperatures ranging from freezing to extreme heat, noise, dust, and moving equipment/machinery. Occasional outside work with varying seasonal temperatures. Will be required to stand for extended periods of time on slippery tile and/or concrete floors. Will be exposed to different chemicals used during production and cleanup.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
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saint johns, MI, 48879, US
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