Food Production Operator - Fast-Paced, Training-Driven Shift

Wyandot, Inc.; Marion, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Wyandot, Inc. is seeking a Production Operator to operate equipment and process raw materials into finished product across multiple shifts. The role requires adherence to food safety and quality standards in a fast-paced, non-climate-controlled environment.

You will maintain clean work areas, document material usage and downtime, and support changeovers. Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and wear safety footwear and hearing protection as required.

Qualifications

• FDA regulated facility.
• Fast-paced, non-climate-controlled environment.
• Safety shoes and earplugs are mandatory.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Detail-oriented with extreme accuracy.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems with logic and technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Train and contribute in areas assigned.
• Become efficient in all facets of production needs; maintain area and housekeeping for safety and food safety.
• Transform raw materials into work-in-progress, coatings, and finished goods per customer specs.
• Maintain production records including material usage, downtime, and communications with Supervisors, Warehouse, Maintenance, Production and QA.
• Perform in-line testing of product.
• Handle slurry mixing and raw materials; record material and equipment usage/downtime.
• Assist teammates during changeovers for efficient transitions.
• Perform routine cleaning and follow changeover procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail oriented

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Job description

Wyandot, Inc. is seeking a Production Operator to operate equipment and process raw materials into finished product across multiple shifts. The role requires adherence to food safety and quality standards in a fast-paced, non-climate-controlled environment.

You will maintain clean work areas, document material usage and downtime, and support changeovers. Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and wear safety footwear and hearing protection as required.