Butter Production Operator — Grow, Learn & Impact

Butterball Farms, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Butterball Farms, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Production Operator to join a fast-paced manufacturing team.

You will set up, run, troubleshoot, and monitor the butter production line, ensuring safety and quality standards are met at all times. Responsibilities include maintaining weights and process parameters, performing preventive maintenance tasks, logging data, and coordinating with the maintenance team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Good eye-hand coordination.
• Ability to read and understand standard work instructions.
• Ability to work at a fast pace for extended periods.
• 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).
• Adherence 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 PPE requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of production and quality goals.

Skills

Eye-hand coordination

Read and understand work instructions

Fast-paced work pace

Production-line pace

Schedule flexibility

General math skills

GMP/compliance

Food manufacturing experience (a plus)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Butterball Farms, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Production Operator to join a fast-paced manufacturing team.

You will set up, run, troubleshoot, and monitor the butter production line, ensuring safety and quality standards are met at all times. Responsibilities include maintaining weights and process parameters, performing preventive maintenance tasks, logging data, and coordinating with the maintenance team.