General Production - 3rd Shift

Oskaloosa Food Products; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oskaloosa Food Products is seeking a machine operator to assist in producing high-quality egg ingredients for further manufacturing. You will operate various equipment efficiently and perform sanitation duties to support product safety and quality.

Responsibilities include inspecting products and equipment, moving finished goods, and ensuring USDA guidelines and QA records are maintained. The role requires teamwork, safety focus, and the ability to follow supervisor instructions.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow directions and communicate effectively with team members and management.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work independently and carry out assignments as assigned by Supervisors or Management.
• Ability to work in a safe manner, as well as participate in the safety process of the company.
• Ability to safely handle chemical solutions, eggs and egg products.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting products and equipment for defects to ensure quality standards are met.
• Moving finished product to warehousing area using appropriate equipment.
• Visually ensuring the all components of the machines are operating correctly and efficiently.
• Disassembling and cleaning the equipment used in the production process.
• Performing all duties required to ensure U.S.D.A. inspection and quality guidelines are met (including record keeping requirements involving hand held tablets).
• Reassembling necessary processing equipment after sanitation.
• Performing all other duties as required (and as assigned) by the supervisor to fill the needs of the plant

Skills

Follow directions

Multi-tasking

Independent work

Safety awareness

Safe handling of chemicals and eggs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The machine operators will assist in the production process of a safe and high quality egg ingredient for further manufacturing by efficiently operating various equipment as well as preforming sanitation duties.

Production's main responsibilities will include:

• Inspecting products and equipment for defects to ensure quality standards are met
• Moving finished product to warehousing area using appropriate equipment
• Visually ensuring the all components of the machines are operating correctly and efficiently
• Disassembling and cleaning the equipment used in the production process
• Performing all duties required to ensure U.S.D.A. inspection and quality guidelines are met (including record keeping requirements involving hand held tablets)
• Reassembling necessary processing equipment after sanitation
• Performing all other duties as required (and as assigned) by the supervisor to fill the needs of the plant

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to follow directions and communicate effectively with team members and management
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to work independently and carry out assignments as assigned by Supervisors or Management
• Ability to work in a safe manner, as well as participate in the safety process of the company
• Ability to safely handle chemical solutions, eggs and egg products.

Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with team members and management
• High school diploma or GED preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Ability to visually interpret instructions, operate machines and inspect parts
• Able to work on foot for extended periods of time
• Able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 55 lbs
• Ability to reach, stretch, bend and stoop throughout working shift
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs
• Ability to enter confined spaces (port-holes) in tanks to performs cleaning and inspection tasks (if applicable)
• Ability to work in various temperatures (varies from cool to moderate/hot) including occasional high humidity

PPE/Safety:

• Required during sanitation: chemical resistant gloves, aprons, face shields, rain suite, and boots
• Required in production areas: safety glasses, hair/beard nets, and hearing protection
• Position may require the use of fall protection harness and clip-on gas monitor (confined space entry)