Food Processing Operator: Safety & Waste Reduction Lead

Barcel-USA; Coppell (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Barcel-USA is seeking a Process Operator in Coppell, TX to ensure safe, efficient operation of production equipment on the line. You will monitor quality parameters, document results, and collaborate with QA and Maintenance to minimize waste and maintain GMP/HACCP standards.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical aptitude, safety mindset, and experience with mixers, ovens, or fryers, while supporting 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in food processing.
• Experience operating industrial mixers, ovens, or fryers preferred.
• Strong GMP, HACCP, and food safety knowledge.
• Ability to read safety rules, operating manuals, and SOPs.
• Proficiency in basic math and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and monitor processing equipment (mixers, ovens, fryers) per SOPs.
• Monitor critical parameters to ensure product quality and food safety.
• Record production data and deviations; support 5S and continuous improvement.
• Lead shift handovers and collaborate with QA, Maintenance, and supervisors.
• Identify waste reduction opportunities and improve efficiency.

Skills

GMP/HACCP knowledge

Mechanical troubleshooting

Waste reduction

Reading technical documents

Team leadership

Documentation skills

Math skills

Collaboration

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Industrial processing equipment (mixers, ovens, fryers)

Job description

Barcel-USA is seeking a Process Operator in Coppell, TX to ensure safe, efficient operation of production equipment on the line. You will monitor quality parameters, document results, and collaborate with QA and Maintenance to minimize waste and maintain GMP/HACCP standards.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical aptitude, safety mindset, and experience with mixers, ovens, or fryers, while supporting 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.