3rd Shift Processing Operator

Snackruptors Inc; West Hempfield Township (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Snackruptors Inc. is seeking a Processing Tech to operate and troubleshoot fryer, seasoning, and pellet blending equipment, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity.

The role involves handling raw materials, setting up machines, monitoring performance, and coordinating with the maintenance team to minimize downtime. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and experience with similar manufacturing equipment, strong mechanical aptitude, and good teamwork, communication, and math skills.

Qualifications

• Must have strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment.
• Attention to detail to ensure product quality and consistency.
• Basic math skills for setting and adjusting machine parameters.
• Able to read and interpret production orders and machine manuals.
• Good communication skills for teamwork and safety
• Understand GMP and product protection regulations and apply them.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate production machinery according to specifications.
• Adjust settings to meet pellet quality and process specs.
• Monitor operation and perform minor adjustments to avoid downtime.
• Maintain clean work area and follow safety protocols.
• Inspect finished product for quality against standards.
• Record production and quality data as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Basic math skills

Reading technical docs

Team communication

GMP compliance understanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sheet‑and‑sealing machines

Job description

Job Posting

Job purpose

Processing Tech is responsible for operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining fryer, seasoning, and raw pellet blending equipment, assuring that preset standards for product safety & quality and machine productivity are attained on a continuous basis.

Duties and Responsibilities

The associate’s primary functions and responsibilities are as follows:

Machine Operation

• Set up and operate the machinery according to production specifications.
• Adjust machine settings to comply with the current specifications for pellet quality.
• Operate Fryers, Pellet and seasoning equipment.
• Monitor the machine during operation to detect any issues and make necessary adjustments.
• Complete tasks as directed.
• Equipment and area cleaning as needed.
• Select the correct formula for processing parameters and set the machine controls as necessary.
• Work under the direction of the production supervisor and consult the production schedule to determine the item scheduled to run.
• Make independent judgements relative to machine function, use common tools as needed, and communicate effectively with Quality and Maintenance personnel.

Quality Control

• Inspect finished product for quality, ensuring they meet specifications.
• Identify and address any defects or inconsistencies in the product.
• Maintain records of production output and quality.
• Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety, and Food Defense.

• Understand HACCP and Food Safety principles and verify compliance to all Critical Control points and Preventative Quality Checkpoints to ensure a safe, quality product is produced consistently.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate with supervisor and the maintenance team for more complex repairs.
• Perform changeover including removal of all guards, tensions, rollers.

Safety and Compliance

• Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
• Report any safety hazards or incidents to the supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.

Material Handling

• Load and unload bins onto the machine using appropriate lifting equipment.
• Conduct the mixing and loading of ingredients into the process.
• Ensure materials are handled and stored properly to prevent damage or contamination.
• Maintain appropriate levels of mixed raw materials.

Efficiency and Productivity

• Work closely with the production team to meet daily and weekly production targets.
• Optimize machine operation to reduce waste and maximize output.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience operating sheet‑and‑sealing machines or similar machinery in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and make machine adjustments.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality products.
• Basic math skills for measuring and adjusting machine settings.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including production orders and machine manuals.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
• Must be able to understand and proactively endorse GMP product protection regulations.

Working conditions

• Work may be exposed to hot temperatures from processing equipment.
• May work close to others, usually within a few feet.
• Compliance with ventilation, cleanliness, space, lighting, and noise controls.

Physical requirements

• Standing for extended periods.
• May repeat the same motions.
• Often wear safety equipment such as gloves, hair nets, steel‑toed shoes/boots, and beard nets.
• Willingness to work in a noisy and sometimes hot manufacturing environment.
• Ability to bend or twist their body as required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs to shoulder height on an intermittent basis.