Food Manufacturing Entry Operator: Training & Growth

Blue Diamond Growers; Salida (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training

Career advancement opportunities

BDG benefits and team environment

Job summary

Blue Diamond Growers in Salida, Colorado, is seeking an Entry Operator to perform cleaning, packaging, and basic equipment operation in a fast-paced almond processing facility. You will handle box assembly, GMPs, traceability transactions, and teamwork to meet production targets while maintaining safety and quality.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and ability to lift 50 pounds; overtime and flex hours may be required; prior food manufacturing or machine operation

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Overtime may be needed; flex hours may be required.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Clean floors and equipment; conduct sanitation and preventive maintenance.
• Assemble/reassemble bulk containers and seal cartons.
• Move bulk materials with pallet jacks; operate portable equipment.
• Perform GMPs, check product quality and traceability data.
• Communicate with team to resolve issues and support continuous improvement.
• Safely operate processing equipment to meet production targets while maintaining quality.
• Handle additional duties as assigned by supervisor or lead.

Skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Overtime availability

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Machine operation experience

Job description

Blue Diamond Growers in Salida, Colorado, is seeking an Entry Operator to perform cleaning, packaging, and basic equipment operation in a fast-paced almond processing facility. You will handle box assembly, GMPs, traceability transactions, and teamwork to meet production targets while maintaining safety and quality.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and ability to lift 50 pounds; overtime and flex hours may be required; prior food manufacturing or machine operation