Butter Production Operator – Fast-Paced Plant

Butterball Farms, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 22,042,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth & advancement

Inclusive culture

Shift premiums

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Butterball Farms, Inc. in Michigan is hiring a full-time Production Operator to join our butter processing team. You will set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain lines to ensure product quality and continuous feed.

This role requires a high school diploma, ability to read instructions, strong eye-hand coordination, and the stamina to work on a fast-paced line in a production environment. We offer competitive benefits and shift premiums.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Good eye-hand coordination.
• Ability to read and understand standard work instructions.
• Ability to work at a consistent, fast pace for extended periods of time.
• Ability to keep up with a fast-paced production line.
• Flexibility to adjust work schedule to accommodate high work volumes.
• General math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Ability to adhere to GMP policies and maintain product quality standards.
• Previous food manufacturing experience is a plus!

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and resolve machine issues in accordance with production specifications.
• Use appropriate tools to perform and complete preventative maintenance tasks.
• Communicate effectively with the Maintenance team when additional support is needed.
• Learn and perform all line-related positions within the designated area of responsibility.
• Monitor product consistency, ensuring weights remain within specified ranges.
• Adjust and monitor tunnel controls to maintain required operating parameters.
• Maintain accurate logs and track inventory used throughout the production process.
• Safely lift and load blocks of butter into the machine to maintain a continuous feed to the production line.
• Collaborate as part of a team to achieve the designated production rate.
• Visually inspect products to ensure quality standards are met; identify and report any quality concerns.
• Conduct equipment changeovers efficiently as part of a team.
• Operate software systems to record downtime and track raw material usage.
• Use scan guns appropriately to track inventory or product movement.
• Ensure the production line is continuously stocked with the necessary materials.
• Perform regular quality checks, including metal detector inspections, as required.
• Follow all safety procedures, GMPs, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of production and quality goals.

Skills

Eye-hand coordination

Reading work instructions

Fast-paced work

General math skills

GMP compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

None

Job description

Butterball Farms, Inc. in Michigan is hiring a full-time Production Operator to join our butter processing team. You will set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain lines to ensure product quality and continuous feed.

This role requires a high school diploma, ability to read instructions, strong eye-hand coordination, and the stamina to work on a fast-paced line in a production environment. We offer competitive benefits and shift premiums.