3rd Shift Production Operator

Kolb-Lena, Inc.; Lena (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Savencia Cheese USA seeks a 3rd Shift Production Operator in Lena, IL for full-time work on cheese production lines, including brie, goat, and feta processes. Responsibilities cover operating equipment to aid manufacturing, packaging, and related tasks, with a $500 sign-on bonus to welcome you aboard and competitive benefits.

Requirements include English proficiency, forklift experience, and adherence to GMP and safety policies; previous food manufacturing exposure is preferred, with flexibility

Qualifications

• Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend English.
• Cheesemaker license is required for level 3.
• 1 year or more of Forklift Experience & Certification for Material Handler.

Responsibilities

• Level 1: Cleaning and sanitation of equipment prior to and following production.
• Level 1: Loading/unloading via pallet jacks and conveyors.
• Level 1: Change tooling as forms/sizes require.
• Follow GMP and safety policies while performing duties.
• Move loads with pallet jacks and cheese carts.

Skills

Forklift experience

Sanitation

GMP compliance

English proficiency

Teamwork

Education

Cheesemaker license

High School Diploma

Forklift certification

Job description

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3rd Shift Production Operator

Full Time Lena, IL, US

Salary: $20.00 Annually

Summary/Objective

This position is responsible for all tasks involved in the production of brie, goat, and feta cheese. The goal of a production operator is to use equipment to assist with manufacturing, packaging, and other steps along in the production environment.

And here’s the best part: we’re offering a $500 sign-on bonus to welcome you aboard!

Level 1 – Ability to perform all area line functions in assigned department, either soft ripened cheese, feta or goat production areas

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Level 1

• Cleaning and sanitation of equipment prior to and following production;
• Placing empty forms/funnels on the conveyor;
• Precise leveling of cheese into forms after being dipped;
• Loading, pushing, and pulling stacks of cheese via hand carts and trolleys;
• Loading/Unloading soiled/clean trays and forms in tunnel washer;
• Basic touch screen operation to change stack size and form size;
• Change out tooling equipment per form size;
• Following company GMP and safety policy practices while performing duties;
• Hand turn cheese in curing/drying rooms;
• Move loads with pallet jacks and cheese carts.

Competencies

• Job Knowledge
• Job Safety
• Teamwork & Leadership
• Quality of Work
• Cost Control
• Inclusion& Communication

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a manufacturing environment with the following conditions:

• Exposure to hot or cold Climate frequently;
• Exposure to chemical frequently;
• Exposure to noise and vibration frequently;
• Exposure to wet and humid conditions frequently.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties on the job, the physical demands are:

• Stand – continuously;
• Stoop/Bend – frequently;
• Squat - occasionally;
• Crawl - never;
• Climb Stairs or ladders – frequently;
• Reach – chest level, above or below – continuously;
• Push - 1000 lbs. occasionally with a pallet jack;
• Pull - 1000 lbs. occasionally with a pallet jack;
• Lift/carry - up to 70 lbs. frequently.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours vary depending on the shift and department. Overtime and weekend work is required at times. Vacation coverage as needed.

Travel

None is required for this position

Required Education and Experience

• Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend English;
• Cheesemaker license is required for level 3;
• 1 year or more of Forklift Experience & Certification for Material Handler.

Preferred Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Experience working in a food manufacturing environment;
• Capable of operating without direct supervision.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

None is required for this position

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Eligible to work in USA

Food Safety and Product Quality

This position is responsible for supporting the food safety management system and for communicating food safety issues to the Quality Department.

Affirmative Action Plan/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Savencia Cheese USA provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.