2nd Shift Plant Operator

Zinpro Corporation; Garner (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus: $4,000

Healthcare (employer-paid)

Paid time off

Job summary

Zinpro Corporation is seeking a 2nd Shift Plant Operator in Garner, IA to operate and oversee automated production equipment, ensuring products meet specifications and timelines.

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the role involves basic troubleshooting, data collection, and compliance with safety and quality standards, with a 40-hour work week and occasional overtime. A $4,000 sign-on bonus is offered along with a $2/hr shift premium.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of production experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basics.
• Basic computer skills including MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and management.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain automated production equipment per specifications.
• Handle materials and perform basic maintenance tasks.
• Assist with data collection, sampling, and process control.
• Support quality and safety requirements across production lines.
• Complete job orders and follow management directions.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Reading and interpreting documents

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

Excel

CMMS

ERP

Job description

Shift: 2nd Shift Plant Operator. 2:00pm - 10:30pm. The plant operator is expected to work a 40-hour work week and occasional overtime.

Compensation: $2/hr Shift Premium including $4,000 Sign-on bonus

The base salary listed is a range. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

In addition to the base salary, this position is eligible for a bonus, providing the opportunity to earn additional compensation.

Benefits: Our Total Rewards programs continue to lead, innovate and embody our core values – caring for the health and wellbeing of all. Zinpro offers a competitive salary and a premium benefits package, including 100% employer-paid healthcare and generous paid time off. We provide a wide range of benefits and resources designed to support you at every stage of life: education assistance, retirement planning, 401(k), disability and long-term care insurance, travel assistance, fitness reimbursement, gift matching, and more.

Our Culture of Care - Zinpro

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the Plant Operator is a key contributor to Zinpro’s success by manufacturing the organization's products according to established production specifications and schedules; volume, cost, and wastage targets; and quality standards.

• Controls, operates, and maintains the automated production machinery that blends, mixes, processes, dries, fills, and packages Zinpro products
• Operates a variety of equipment, including reactor, dryer, blending, bagging equipment, and material handling equipment
• Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshooting activities on production equipment
• Performs shipping, receiving, and other warehousing tasks
• Perform sampling, data collection, and process operation according to production, regulatory, and feed safety requirements
• Ensures nonconforming raw materials, in-process, and finished products are properly identified, segregated, and dispositioned
• Proactively identifies and participates in implementing measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product
• Receives work direction/work orders from management and satisfactorily completes job assignments

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a production environment
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to perform basic troubleshooting
• Basic computer skills (PC) and basic working knowledge of MSWord and Excel
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively communicate with coworkers and management

Preferred:

• Post-secondary education
• 3 plus years' experience in a related production environment or industry such as chemical, feed, paper, ethanol, or dairy manufacturing
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and perform maintenance-related tasks
• Boiler operation experience
• Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) or inventory management systems such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
• Experience supporting ISO 9000 Quality Systems, GMP's, or Lean Manufacturing methods

About Zinpro

At Zinpro, advancing health and wellbeing for animals and people is at the heart of everything we do. A pioneer in performance trace minerals and innovative nutritional solutions, Zinpro partners with customers worldwide to unlock better animal performance through smarter, science-led nutrition.

Family-owned and privately held, our steady growth is fueled by a world-class team who manufactures high-quality products marketed in more than 70 countries. As a global leader in animal nutrition, we're committed to developing more sustainable practices.

Working at Zinpro means making a positive difference alongside bright, passionate people in a culture recognized as a Great Place to Work. Employees gain broad experience in a growing organization known for its commitment to people, customers and our communities. Here, we value diverse perspectives as we build equitable and inclusive teams.

Zinpro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.