Processing Apprentice Operator - 2nd Shift

WHAT YOU WILL DO...

• Safely set up, operate, monitor, and adjust processing equipment to meet production requirements.
• Operate equipment including:
• Mixers
• Laminators
• Ovens
• Scalers
• Serve as a Flex Operator, rotating between positions and providing coverage as production schedules require.
• Support Utility Driver responsibilities when assigned.
• Maintain production equipment and work areas in a clean, organized, and sanitary condition.
• Complete required production, quality, and operational paperwork accurately and timely.
• Participate in training activities and support cross-functional team coverage.
• Assist with preventive maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability and operational performance.
• Follow all food safety procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and workplace safety requirements.
• Support production goals by maintaining quality, efficiency, and safety standards.
• Perform heavy lifting and material handling activities as required.
• Work overtime and occasional weekends to support operational needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.
• WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH...
• Processing Team Members
• Production Operators and Utility Drivers
• Team Leads and Supervisors
• Maintenance Technicians
• Quality Assurance and Food Safety Teams
• Warehouse and Material Handling Personnel
• Operations Leadership
• WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE... (MUST HAVE)
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to speak, read, and understand English to safely and effectively perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to safely operate and adjust manufacturing equipment.
• Capability to work across multiple production functions and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and physically demanding work throughout the shift.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to complete production documentation accurately.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to rotate positions and provide operational coverage as needed.
• Commitment to food safety, GMP compliance, and workplace safety standards.
• Flexibility to work overtime and occasional weekends.
• IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE... (NICE TO HAVE)
• Previous production line manufacturing experience.
• Experience operating processing equipment in a food manufacturing environment.
• Food service or food handling experience.
• Experience with mixers, ovens, laminators, scalers, or similar processing equipment.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and basic equipment troubleshooting.
• Experience working in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Cross-training experience across multiple production or processing functions.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS