1st Shift Production Operator 3 (Monday to Thursday)

Gorton's; Indiana; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Gorton's in Lebanon, Indiana is seeking a 1st Shift Production Operator 3 to support fish processing lines. The role focuses on performing Level 3 operations across bag inspector, block opening, culler, cutter, trim collection and palletizing, ensuring efficiency and safety.

You will follow GMP/PPE policies, use Lockout/Tagout procedures, lift up to 60 pounds, stand up to 10 hours, and collaborate across teams to meet quality and production targets.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform Level 3 Operations positions.
• Demonstrates sound judgment in decision making.
• Ability to engage and collaborate positively with all levels and departments.
• Demonstrate proper use of Lockout/Tagout procedures as it applies to the equipment you are operating.

Responsibilities

• Bag Inspector: Ensures integrity of bag seals and date code.
• Block Opening: Removes block envelopes to keep line pace.
• Culler/Inspector: Cull rejects during production.
• Cutter: Fill pockets with product.
• Trim Collection: Collect and measure rejects.
• Palletizer: Hand stack pallets.

Skills

Effective communication

Sound judgment

Lockout/Tagout procedures

Team collaboration

Ability to lift up to 60 pounds

Stamina to stand long shifts

Job description

1st Shift Production Operator 3 (Monday to Thursday)

Job Category: Hourly

Requisition Number: 1STSH001513

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Gorton's, Indiana
Lebanon, IN 46052, USA

Description

What you’ll do:

This position will be required to perform Operations Level 3 roles; Bag Inspector, Block Opening, Culler (Raw and Cooked), Cutter, Trim Collection, Inspector and Palletizer

• Bag Inspector Ensures the integrity of bag seals and date code after they have been formed and filled.
• Block Opening Responsible for removing block envelopes from blocks to keep pace with the line
• Culler/Inspector Culling (inspecting) out fish rejects during the production of portions and/or sticks.
• Cutter Filling cutter pockets with product
• Trim Collection Collect, measure, and record rejects generated during the process based on quality requirements.
• Palletizer Hand stack pallets

What you’ll need:

• Must be able to perform Level 3 Operations positions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English
• Demonstrates sound judgment in decision making.
• Demonstrate proper use of Lockout/Tagout procedures as it applies to the equipment you are operating.
• Ability to engage and collaborate positively with all levels and departments.
• Understanding standards and measurements.
• Lift up to 60 pounds
• Stand for long periods of time up to 10 hours
• Abide by company GMP and PPE policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Who we are:

Since 1849, America has trusted the Gorton’s Fisherman. And for over 175 years, Gorton’s has trusted our employees to work with integrity, pursue their curiosity, respond with agility, work collaboratively, and be passionate about our mission to spread the goodness of the sea by making quality seafood accessible to everyone. We provide a rich opportunity for professional growth, in a fun and collaborative environment, supported by our development and training programs, our generous benefits, work life balance, and the ability to make a difference. We invite you to join our national brand based in Gloucester, Massachusetts.

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