Apple Peeler Operator - Second Shift with $2 Premium

Peterson Farms Inc; Hart (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterson Farms Inc. in Hart, MI is seeking a Production Manual Labor team member to support our facility’s production lines and GMP/compliant food safety practices.

This role requires reliability, readiness to learn, and the ability to handle physical tasks in a fast-paced setting. The position involves operating and maintaining equipment, ensuring product quality, and collaborating with supervisors and technicians to meet daily production targets.

Qualifications

• Read, interpret and follow written instructions.
• Adhere to quality standards and GMP rules.
• Forklift license must be obtained and kept current.
• Team player willing to work in a busy production environment.
• Lift and move up to 80 pounds regularly.
• Comfortable using a computer.

Responsibilities

• Ensure apples in the flume are consistent with production and quality requirements.
• Monitor and clean machines, belts, flumes, tanks and floors daily.
• Assist other personnel and operators within Room 2.
• Monitor carousel and adjust peelers accordingly.
• Maintain UV systems, pump speeds, Tsunami levels within the specifications of the apple variety being used.
• Complete appropriate daily paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Works within and maintains specified quality standards to ensure a quality product is shipped to all customers. Makes appropriate notifications when quality standards are out of specification to ensure timely corrective actions are implemented.
• Communicates with various levels of the organization (supervisors, quality technicians, quality managers) to ensure a quality product is being produced in the most efficient, safe manner.
• Maintains safety and cleanliness of work area by performing various housekeeping duties, including following GMP and Plant rules.
• Report all maintenance issues to ensure safety and quality.
• May be involved in continuous improvement efforts.
• Meets daily production requirements.

Skills

Read & follow instructions

Quality standards

GMP & Food Safety

Forklift license

Team player

Lift up to 80 lbs

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Peterson Farms Inc. in Hart, MI is seeking a Production Manual Labor team member to support our facility’s production lines and GMP/compliant food safety practices.

This role requires reliability, readiness to learn, and the ability to handle physical tasks in a fast-paced setting. The position involves operating and maintaining equipment, ensuring product quality, and collaborating with supervisors and technicians to meet daily production targets.