Equipment Operator I - Fast-Paced Food Plant

Butterball; Mount Olive (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Butterball in North Carolina is seeking a production operator to set up and operate machines safely, accurately, and on schedule in the assigned department. You will work in a fast-paced food processing plant, follow safety procedures, and maintain equipment records as required.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, are at least 18, pass background checks and drug screening, and can learn to operate and troubleshoot equipment with basic math and typing skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must pass a background check, drug screen and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to use basic math and typing skills.
• Ability to pass Lock Out – Tag Out training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that production standards are met by efficiently running the machines and equipment
• Set up, operate, maintain equipment and tear down as instructed
• Run product at line speed as scheduled by Production Supervisor
• Maintain ongoing communication with Production Supervision, Quality Assurance, and Maintenance as it relates to equipment performance and down time
• Follow safety procedures and checklist for startup, emergency stop, and restart of the lines after down time
• Follows all work safety policies and guidelines, such as Lock Out – Tag Out
• Observes equipment operation, notifying appropriate personnel of any malfunctions and /or safety issues/concerns
• Adheres to all USDA and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) product standards and guidelines
• Maintains a clean and organized area
• Cross train on other equipment/areas as needed
• Maintain equipment records through paper logs or on assigned electronic device accurately and timely
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Basic math

Typing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Butterball in North Carolina is seeking a production operator to set up and operate machines safely, accurately, and on schedule in the assigned department. You will work in a fast-paced food processing plant, follow safety procedures, and maintain equipment records as required.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, are at least 18, pass background checks and drug screening, and can learn to operate and troubleshoot equipment with basic math and typing skills.