1st Shift Production Operator 3 (Monday to Thursday)

Gorton's; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Gorton's in Indiana is seeking a team member to perform Operations Level 3 roles along the production line, including Bag Inspector, Block Opening, Culler, Cutter, Trim Collection and Palletizer. You will work with experienced teams, follow GMP and PPE policies, practice Lockout/Tagout, and maintain accuracy in measurements.

You must be able to lift up to 60 pounds and stand for up to 10 hours. This role supports a long-standing company with a history dating back to 1849 and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform Level 3 Operations positions.
• Effective verbal and written English communication.
• Demonstrates sound judgment in decision making.
• Demonstrate proper use of Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Ability to engage and collaborate 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 GMP and PPE policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Bag Inspector: ensure bag seals and date code integrity.
• Block Opening: remove block envelopes to keep pace with the line.
• Culler/Inspector: cull rejects during production of portions/sticks.
• Cutter: fill cutter pockets with product.
• Trim Collection: collect, measure, and record rejects per quality requirements.
• Palletizer: hand stack pallets.

Skills

Operations Level 3

English communication

Team collaboration

Lockout/Tagout

Measurement familiarity

Lift 60 lbs

Job 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.