Food Production Operator — Safety‑First, Detail‑Driven

AB Mauri North America; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

AB Mauri North America in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks personnel to join a trained team ensuring safe, efficient production of AB Mauri products. You will follow procedures, monitor critical controls, document production and quality data, and report issues on machinery and labeling.

The role emphasizes forklift safety, sanitation, and maintenance, supporting a safe culture and continuous improvement across the site.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Six months to one year related experience or training.
• Basic mathematical skills including fractions and percentages.
• Written and oral English communication ability.
• Knowledge to be certified on stand-up/sit-down forklift and scissor lift.
• Prior knowledge of SQF, GMPs, HACCP, AIB/ASI standards.
• Biochemical process or food manufacturing experience.
• Basic Word and Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow food safety and operating procedures per company standards.
• Check critical control points on equipment and report findings.
• Record information on production and quality documentation.
• Report mechanical malfunctions to management.
• Ensure finished product labeling with accurate lot codes.
• Operate forklifts safely.
• Perform scheduled sanitation and maintain clean work area.
• Wear PPE and maintain a safe work culture.
• Keep equipment clean and conduct autonomous maintenance as needed.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

English communication

Math skills

Basic PC skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Scissor lift

Job description

AB Mauri North America in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks personnel to join a trained team ensuring safe, efficient production of AB Mauri products. You will follow procedures, monitor critical controls, document production and quality data, and report issues on machinery and labeling.

The role emphasizes forklift safety, sanitation, and maintenance, supporting a safe culture and continuous improvement across the site.