42nd Operator -3rd shift (9pm - 5am)

Ready Foods Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Ready Foods Inc., a Denver-based family-owned food manufacturer with 50+ years of experience, seeks a skilled Operator to run, adjust and repair high-speed production equipment. You will collaborate within a designated team, follow safety protocols, and help meet plant production goals.

The ideal candidate will operate Cryovac and sanitation-related equipment, participate in training, and maintain positive interdepartmental relationships while adhering to Lean principles and continuous

Qualifications

• Experience in operating and maintaining production equipment in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a designated team and follow safety protocols.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork ability.
• Forklift certification and warehouse machinery experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation practices.
• Willingness to undergo training and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Operate, adjust, and repair high-speed production equipment to meet production goals.
• Build positive relationships across teams through effective collaboration and communication.
• Knowledge of Cryovac and sanitation; setup and troubleshooting of hydration equipment.
• Familiarity with warehousing equipment such as forklifts and scales for pre-scaling.
• Know-how with LOTO, sanitation, kettle and filter setups, and CIP daily reports.
• Understand Just Foods (ERP) reporting and setup.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Safety awareness

Willingness to train

Forklift operation

Tools

Just Foods ERP

Cryovac equipment

Job description

About Ready Foods

Ready Foods is a family-owned food manufacturer based in Denver with more than 50 years of manufacturing experience. We are committed to providing a safe, respectful and team-oriented workplace where employees can learn, grow and build long-term careers. Across our Denver facilities, we combine modern manufacturing technology with Lean principles and continuous improvement to make our work safer, easier and more efficient. We believe the best ideas come from the people doing the work every day, and we encourage employees at all levels to contribute ideas, solve problems and help improve our operations. If you take pride in quality, enjoy working as part of a team and want to make a meaningful contribution, Ready Foods offers an opportunity to grow with a company that is investing in its people, processes and future.

Ready Foods es una empresa familiar de fabricación de alimentos con sede en Denver y más de 50 años de experiencia en el sector. Nos comprometemos a ofrecer un entorno de trabajo seguro, respetuoso y orientado al trabajo en equipo, donde los empleados puedan aprender, crecer y desarrollar una carrera profesional a largo plazo. En nuestras instalaciones de Denver, combinamos tecnología de fabricación moderna con principios Lean y mejora continua para lograr que nuestro trabajo sea más seguro, sencillo y eficiente. Creemos que las mejores ideas surgen de quienes realizan el trabajo día a día, por lo que animamos a los empleados de todos los niveles a aportar ideas, resolver problemas y contribuir a mejorar nuestras operaciones. Si valora la calidad, disfruta trabajando en equipo y desea realizar una contribución significativa, Ready Foods le ofrece la oportunidad de crecer junto a una empresa que invierte en su personal, sus procesos y su futuro.

We are seeking a skilled Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating, adjusting, and repairing high-speed production equipment to meet plant production goals. This role involves working collaboratively within a designated team, adhering to safety protocols, and maintaining positive relationships across departments.

Job Details

Description

Ready Foods is a family-owned food manufacturer based in Denver with more than 50 years of manufacturing experience. We are committed to providing a safe, respectful and team-oriented workplace where employees can learn, grow and build long-term careers. Across our Denver facilities, we combine modern manufacturing technology with Lean principles and continuous improvement to make our work safer, easier and more efficient. We believe the best ideas come from the people doing the work every day, and we encourage employees at all levels to contribute ideas, solve problems and help improve our operations. If you take pride in quality, enjoy working as part of a team and want to make a meaningful contribution, Ready Foods offers an opportunity to grow with a company that is investing in its people, processes and future.

Ready Foods es una empresa familiar de fabricación de alimentos con sede en Denver y más de 50 años de experiencia en el sector. Nos comprometemos a ofrecer un entorno de trabajo seguro, respetuoso y orientado al trabajo en equipo, donde los empleados puedan aprender, crecer y desarrollar una carrera profesional a largo plazo. En nuestras instalaciones de Denver, combinamos tecnología de fabricación moderna con principios Lean y mejora continua para lograr que nuestro trabajo sea más seguro, sencillo y eficiente. Creemos que las mejores ideas surgen de quienes realizan el trabajo día a día, por lo que animamos a los empleados de todos los niveles a aportar ideas, resolver problemas y contribuir a mejorar nuestras operaciones. Si valora la calidad, disfruta trabajando en equipo y desea realizar una contribución significativa, Ready Foods le ofrece la oportunidad de crecer junto a una empresa que invierte en su personal, sus procesos y su futuro.

We are seeking a skilled Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating, adjusting, and repairing high-speed production equipment to meet plant production goals. This role involves working collaboratively within a designated team, adhering to safety protocols, and maintaining positive relationships across departments.

Responsibilities

• Operate, adjust, and repair high-speed production equipment to ensure production goals are met.
• Build positive relationships across designated teams by effectively collaborating, communicating, and upholding ethical integrity.
• Possess knowledge of operating Cryovac and sanitation, setup, and troubleshooting of hydration equipment.
• Familiarity with corenco, dicer, and scales for pre-scaling.
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), sanitation, setup of kettles, filters, and daily reports for Clean-in-Place (CIPs).
• Familiarity with Just Foods (ERP) reporting and setup.
• Actively participate in training with Job Instructions (JI) and Job Relations (JR).
• Follow all job safety practices and policies, including food safety, personal protective equipment usage, and emergency procedures.
• Read, understand, and adhere to all departmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in operating and maintaining production equipment preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize workload requirements effectively.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well within a team.
• Forklift certification and experience operating warehouse machinery preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and procedures.
• Familiarity with sanitation practices and equipment setup.
• Willingness to undergo training and continuous improvement initiatives.

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