Equipment Operator II – Food Production

Butterball, LLC; Mount Olive (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Butterball, LLC in Mount Olive, NC is hiring a production associate responsible for setting up and operating machines safely, accurately, and timely in the assigned department. You will work in a food processing plant, adhere to USDA and GMP standards, and support continuous production.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, can pass background/drug screening, and communicate effectively.

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.
• Ability to learn and to perform work on all equipment within assigned department.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Works independently and self-motivated in performing job tasks.
• Communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions.

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 downtime.
• Follow safety procedures and checklist for startup, emergency stop, and restart of the lines after downtime.
• 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

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Machinery operation knowledge

Job description

Butterball, LLC in Mount Olive, NC is hiring a production associate responsible for setting up and operating machines safely, accurately, and timely in the assigned department. You will work in a food processing plant, adhere to USDA and GMP standards, and support continuous production.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, can pass background/drug screening, and communicate effectively.