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Ability to prepare and operate all machinery in plant
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General knowledge of production/manufacturing methods
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Knowledge of dryer operation and evaporation processes, but not required.
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Knowledge of industrial production processes in human food and animal feed processing plant is preferred, but not required
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Ability to read gauges and record data in a legible manner and in accordance with established procedures
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Ability to learn handling of food grade materials in accordance with established sanitary procedures
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Ability to understand and follow established work procedures, including mandated sanitary and safety guidelines
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Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions
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Ability to operate forklifts and pallet jacks as needed
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Ability to operate and maintain proper certification for forklift/pallet jack
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Ability to work varying work schedules, to include overtime when necessary
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Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
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Ability to perform basic math skills
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Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with peers and leadership
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Ability to troubleshoot malfunction and situations as they arise, notifying appropriate staff of problems
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Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
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Ability and willingness to assist in various work areas throughout the plant
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Ability to accurately and completely abide by company good documentation procedures for recording required data and paperwork related to HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, and SQF
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Ability 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)
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In the absence of a Production Operator, other Production Operators or Supervisors will cover the duties of the role
BASIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Approximate: 12-Hour Shift (may be longer depending on business needs)
Bending/Kneeling/Crouching/Stooping - Frequent
Reaching Above Shoulder - Frequent
Climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.) - Frequent
Confined Spaces - Occasional
Lifting Weights from 1 to 25 pounds – Frequent
Lifting weights from 26-50 pounds – Occasional
Push/Pull/Maneuver Equipment/Products/Materials Weighing from 1 to 100 pounds - Frequent
Being Around and/or Operating Moving Machinery/Equipment - Frequent
Operating a Vehicle (as a part of your job) - Occasional
Read/Monitor Gauges on Various Equipment/Machinery - Occasional
Unprotected Heights - Occasional
Protected Heights - Occasional
Recording Data - Occasional
Operating Office Equipment - N/A
Simple Grasping (right and left) - Frequent
Firm Grasping (right and left) - Frequent
Fine Manipulating (right and left) - Occasional
Foot Movements to Operate Foot Controls - Occasional
Good Vision, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to Access Required Information and to Perform Job Duties - Yes
Good Hearing, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to Communicate and/or Understand Required Information and to Perform Job Duties - Yes
Ability to be Mobile throughout Required Work Areas - Yes
Multiple Locations - Occasional
Equipment/Maintenance or Repair Area - Continuous
Rough Terrain - Occasional
Must 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 EXPOSURES:
General 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.